Hexanoyl Chloride | 142-61-0
Cas No :
142-61-0
Form :
Liquid
Molecular Weight :
134.62 G/Mol
Molecular Formula :
C6H11CLO
Boiling Point :
160 °C
Melting Point :
-32 °C
Flash Point :
-5 °C
Solubility :
Reacts With Water; Soluble In Diethyl Ether And Dichloromethane
Description :
Overview of Hexanoyl Chloride
Hexanoyl Chloride (Caproyl Chloride) is an acyl chloride used in pharmaceutical synthesis, polymer chemistry, and specialty chemical production. Known for its excellent acylating properties, reactivity with nucleophiles, and use in various synthetic transformations, Hexanoyl Chloride is widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, producing esters and amides, and specialty chemical synthesis.
This compound appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent, irritating odor. Its six-carbon acyl chloride structure provides useful reactivity for acylation reactions.
Related products include other acyl chlorides, Acetyl Chloride, and acid chlorides used in organic synthesis.
Applications of Hexanoyl Chloride
Pharmaceutical Synthesis
- Used in pharmaceutical intermediate production
- Applied in acylation reactions
- Used in synthesizing drug candidates
Polymer & Materials Chemistry
- Used in polymer modification
- Applied in surface treatment
- Used in producing specialty polymers
Industrial Chemical Synthesis
- Used as an acylating agent
- Applied in producing esters
- Used in manufacturing amides
Safety & Handling Guidelines
- HIGHLY REACTIVE and CORROSIVE—severe hazard
- LACHRYMATORY—causes severe tearing
- Reacts violently with water and alcohols
- Use only in a well-ventilated fume hood
- Wear full PPE, including respirator, gloves, and face shield
- Handle under anhydrous conditions
- Store in tightly sealed containers
Where to Buy Hexanoyl Chloride?
Hexanoyl Chloride Manufacturer
ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Hexanoyl Chloride for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.
Hexanoyl Chloride Supplier & Distributor
- Available in bulk quantities for pharmaceutical and industrial use
- High-purity grades (97%, 98%, 99%)
- Special moisture-resistant packaging
- COA, MSDS, and specifications provided
MSDS
Includes comprehensive lachrymatory and reactivity warnings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Hexanoyl Chloride used for?
Used in pharmaceutical synthesis, acylation reactions, polymer modification, and the production of esters and amides. -
What is the molecular formula?
Molecular formula: C₆H₁₁ClO with molecular weight 134.60 g/mol. -
What is the structure?
Six-carbon acyl chloride: CH₃(CH₂)₄COCl.
