5-Chlorovaleric Acid

Name: 5-Chlorovaleric Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-035764

About 5-Chlorovaleric Acid

5-Chlorovaleric Acid (CAS 1119-46-6) is a process intermediate or related compound of Apixaban offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C5H9ClO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 136.58 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 5-chloropentanoic acid. It is also known as Pentanoic acid, 5-chloro- or 5-Chloro-n-valeric acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Apixaban, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 5-Chlorovaleric Acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Apixaban

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Chlorovaleric Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-035764
CAS Number	1119-46-6
IUPAC name	5-chloropentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₉ClO₂
Molecular weight	136.58 g/mol
Exact mass	136.0291
InChIKey	YSXDKDWNIPOSMF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CCCl)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	14244

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Pentanoic acid, 5-chloro-, 5-Chloro-n-valeric acid, 5-chloro-pentanoic acid, omega-chlorovaleric acid, omega-chloropentanoic acid, delta-chlorovaleric acid, 5-Chloropentanoic acid #

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 5-Chlorovaleric Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Chlorovaleric Acid is 1119-46-6. It is also known as Pentanoic acid, 5-chloro-, 5-Chloro-n-valeric acid, 5-chloro-pentanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Chlorovaleric Acid?

5-Chlorovaleric Acid has the molecular formula C5H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 136.58 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-chloropentanoic acid.

What is 5-Chlorovaleric Acid used for?

5-Chlorovaleric Acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Apixaban. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Chlorovaleric Acid can I order?

We supply 5-Chlorovaleric Acid, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Chlorovaleric Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Chlorovaleric Acid 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 5-Chlorovaleric Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Chlorovaleric Acid 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.