6-Chloro-2-hexanone

Name: 6-Chloro-2-hexanone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-032629

About 6-Chloro-2-hexanone

6-Chloro-2-hexanone is a carbonyl building block carrying the CAS registry number 10226-30-9. Formula C6H11ClO, molecular weight 134.6 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 6-chlorohexan-2-one. Common synonyms include 2-Hexanone, 6-chloro- and 1-Chloro-5-hexanone.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 6-Chloro-2-hexanone in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	6-Chloro-2-hexanone
Catalogue No.	VQ-032629
CAS Number	10226-30-9
IUPAC name	6-chlorohexan-2-one
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₁ClO
Molecular weight	134.6 g/mol
Exact mass	134.0498
InChIKey	CMDIDTNMHQUVPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CCCCCl
PubChem CID	82468

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hexanone, 6-chloro-, 1-Chloro-5-hexanone, 4-Chlorobutyl Methyl Ketone, 1-chlorohexan-5-one, 1-chloro-hexan-5-one, 6-chloro-hexan-2-one

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 6-Chloro-2-hexanone?

The CAS Registry Number of 6-Chloro-2-hexanone is 10226-30-9. It is also known as 2-Hexanone, 6-chloro-, 1-Chloro-5-hexanone, 4-Chlorobutyl Methyl Ketone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Chloro-2-hexanone?

6-Chloro-2-hexanone has the molecular formula C6H11ClO and a molecular weight of 134.6 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 6-chlorohexan-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 6-Chloro-2-hexanone can I order?

We supply 6-Chloro-2-hexanone, 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 6-Chloro-2-hexanone?

Yes. Every lot of 6-Chloro-2-hexanone 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 6-Chloro-2-hexanone be shipped internationally?

Yes. 6-Chloro-2-hexanone 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.