Description

Hexanoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive organic acid chloride, serving as a critical building block in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the hexanoyl (caproyl) functional group into target molecules, enabling the production of a wide range of derivatives. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new compounds or optimize existing synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for amide and ester formation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Acts as an acylating agent to modify the properties of polymers, plastics, and synthetic resins.
• Flavor & Fragrance Compounds: Intermediate in the manufacture of esters used as artificial flavors and fragrance components.
• Organic Peroxide Production: Employed in the synthesis of specific organic peroxides used as initiators and cross-linking agents.
• Laboratory Reagent: A valuable tool in academic and industrial research for acylation reactions and material science.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Lubricant Additives: Intermediate for producing additives that enhance the performance of industrial lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	142-61-0
Molecular Formula	C6H11ClO
Molecular Weight	134.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Caproyl Chloride; n-Hexanoyl Chloride; n-Caproyl Chloride; Pentanecarbonyl Chloride; Hexanoic Acid Chloride; 1-Hexanoyl Chloride; n-Caproic Acid Chloride; n-Hexanoic Acid Chloride
EINECS	205-547-0

Quality Control

Our Hexanoyl Chloride is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and oxidizing agents. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Chloride Content	≥ 97.0%
Free Acid (as Hexanoic Acid)	≤ 1.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.975 - 0.985 g/mL
Boiling Point	151 - 153 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.