Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate

About Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate

Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate is an ester carrying the CAS registry number 72448-92-1 at a purity of 75%. The compound has the formula C8H13ClO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 176.64 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethyl (E)-6-chlorohex-2-enoate. Common synonyms include 6-chloro-2-Hexenoic acid and 6-Chloro-trans-2-hexenoic acid ethyl ester.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-008790
CAS Number	72448-92-1
IUPAC name	ethyl (E)-6-chlorohex-2-enoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₃ClO₂
Molecular weight	176.64 g/mol
Exact mass	176.0604
Grade	Reference Standard
Purity / assay	75%
InChIKey	CKAKSKNWORUGDA-GQCTYLIASA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)/C=C/CCCCl
PubChem CID	13591811

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	6-chloro-2-Hexenoic acid, 6-Chloro-trans-2-hexenoic acid ethyl ester, (e)-ethyl 6-chlorohex-2-enoate, Ethyl 6-chlorohex-2-enoate, Ethyl(E)-6-chlorohex-2-enoate, (e)-ethyl6-chlorohex-2-enoate, 6-chloro-hex-2-enoic acid ethyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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 Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate is 72448-92-1. It is also known as 6-chloro-2-Hexenoic acid, 6-Chloro-trans-2-hexenoic acid ethyl ester, (e)-ethyl 6-chlorohex-2-enoate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate?

Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate has the molecular formula C8H13ClO2 and a molecular weight of 176.64 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl (E)-6-chlorohex-2-enoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate can I order?

We supply Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate in Reference Standard (75%) grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate 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 Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl 6-chloro-2-hexenoate 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.