4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride

Name: 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-035755

About 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride

4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride is an acylating agent carrying the CAS registry number 63480-12-6. With the molecular formula C5H8Cl2O, it has a molar mass of 155.02 g/mol. Alternative names: Pentanoyl chloride, 4-chloro- and Pentanoyl chloride,4-chloro-.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-035755
CAS Number	63480-12-6
IUPAC name	4-chloropentanoyl chloride
Molecular formula	C₅H₈Cl₂O
Molecular weight	155.02 g/mol
Exact mass	153.9952
InChIKey	HCBIDLRKPXILPU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(CCC(=O)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	12603962

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	Pentanoyl chloride, 4-chloro-, Pentanoyl chloride,4-chloro-, 4-chlorovaleryl chloride, 4-chlorovaleric acid chloride, epsilon-chlorovaleryl chloride

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-Chloro pentanoyl chloride?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride is 63480-12-6. It is also known as Pentanoyl chloride, 4-chloro-, Pentanoyl chloride,4-chloro-, 4-chlorovaleryl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride?

4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride has the molecular formula C5H8Cl2O and a molecular weight of 155.02 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-chloropentanoyl chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride can I order?

We supply 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride 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-Chloro pentanoyl chloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Chloro pentanoyl chloride 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.