Undecanoyl Chloride | 17746-05-3

Description :

Overview of Undecanoyl Chloride

Undecanoyl Chloride is an acyl chloride used in pharmaceutical synthesis, polymer chemistry, and speciality chemical production. Known for its eleven-carbon chain length providing unique hydrophobic properties, excellent acylating capability, and use in various synthetic transformations, Undecanoyl Chloride is widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, producing esters and amides, and speciality chemical synthesis.

This compound appears as a colourless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent, irritating odour. Its long-chain acyl chloride structure provides useful reactivity for acylation reactions and lipid chemistry.

Related products include other acyl chlorides, Decanoyl Chloride, and fatty acid chlorides used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical chemistry.

Applications of Undecanoyl Chloride

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

• Used in pharmaceutical intermediate production
• Applied in acylation reactions
• Used in synthesising drug candidates

Polymer & Materials Chemistry

• Used in polymer modification
• Applied in surface treatment
• Used in producing speciality polymers

Surfactant & Speciality Chemicals

• Used in producing speciality surfactants
• Applied in manufacturing emulsifiers
• Used in developing amphiphilic compounds

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

Where to Buy Undecanoyl Chloride?

Undecanoyl Chloride Manufacturer

ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Undecanoyl Chloride for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Undecanoyl Chloride Supplier & Distributor

• Available in bulk quantities for pharmaceutical and industrial use
• High-purity grades (97%, 98%, 99%)
• Special moisture-resistant packaging under an inert atmosphere
• COA, MSDS, and specifications provided

MSDS

Includes comprehensive lachrymatory and reactivity warnings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Undecanoyl Chloride?
   

   Eleven-carbon acyl chloride is used in pharmaceutical synthesis, polymer modification, and the production of speciality chemicals.
   
   

2. What is the undecanoyl chloride formula?
   

   Molecular formula: C₁₁H₂₁ClO or CH₃(CH₂)₉COCl with molecular weight 204.74 g/mol.
   
   

3. What is the structure of undecanoyl chloride?
   

   Eleven-carbon fatty acid chloride: CH₃(CH₂)₉COCl with a terminal carbonyl chloride group.