4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%

About 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%

4-Chlorobutyric acid is a carboxylic acid carrying the CAS registry number 627-00-9 at a purity of 99%. Its molecular formula is C4H7ClO2 and its molecular weight is 122.55 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-chlorobutanoic acid. It is also known as Butanoic acid, 4-chloro- or Gammachlorobutyric acid.

The product is provided as a liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 196 °C and a density of 1.24 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, 4-Chlorobutyric acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008338
CAS Number	627-00-9
IUPAC name	4-chlorobutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₇ClO₂
Molecular weight	122.55 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0135
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	IPLKGJHGWCVSOG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CC(=O)O)CCl
PubChem CID	12300

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Boiling point	196 °C
Density	1.24 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-, Gammachlorobutyric acid, Cl(CH2)3COOH, .gamma.-Chloro-n-butyric acid, gamma-Chloro-n-butyric acid, Butyric acid, 4-chloro-, gamma-Chlorobutyric acid, 4-chlorobutanoicacid, 4-chloro-butyric acid, .gamma.-Chlorobutyric acid, 4-Chloro-n-butyric Acid, 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% is 627-00-9. It is also known as Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-, Gammachlorobutyric acid, Cl(CH2)3COOH.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%?

4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% has the molecular formula C4H7ClO2 and a molecular weight of 122.55 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-chlorobutanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% in (99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Chlorobutyric acid, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.