Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%

Name: Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000921

About Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%

Phosphorous pentachloride (CAS 10026-13-8) is a synthetic reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula Cl5P, it has a molar mass of 208.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is pentachloro-lambda5-phosphane. Alternative names: Phosphorus(V) chloride and Pentachlorophosphorane.

The material typically appears as white to light yellow powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 179-181 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 500 g and 50 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000921
CAS Number	10026-13-8
IUPAC name	pentachloro-lambda5-phosphane
Molecular formula	Cl₅P
Molecular weight	208.2 g/mol
Exact mass	207.8151
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	28129000
InChIKey	UHZYTMXLRWXGPK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	P(Cl)(Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	24819

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to light yellow powder or crystals
Melting point	179-181 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1806
Synonyms	Phosphorus(V) chloride, Pentachlorophosphorane, Phosphorane, pentachloro-, PCl5, Phosphoric chloride, Phosphorus perchloride, Phosphoric perchloride, Fosforpentachloride, Pieciochlorek fosforu, Phosphorus chloride (PCl5), Fosforo(pentacloruro di), Phosphore(pentachlorure de)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P363, 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 Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% is 10026-13-8. It is also known as Phosphorus(V) chloride, Pentachlorophosphorane, Phosphorane, pentachloro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%?

Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% has the molecular formula Cl5P and a molecular weight of 208.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pentachloro-lambda5-phosphane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% can I order?

We supply Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 g, 50 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phosphorous pentachloride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% 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 Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phosphorous pentachloride, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1806), 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.