Description

2-Chloropentan-3-One is a versatile chlorinated ketone intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive carbonyl and chlorine functionalities make it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorinated ketone moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chlorine atom enhances biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions to create more complex organic molecules for research and development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloropentan-3-One
CAS No.	17042-21-6
Molecular Formula	C5H9ClO
Molecular Weight	120.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pentanone, 2-chloro-; 2-Chloro-3-pentanone; 2-Chloropentan-3-one; 3-Chloropentan-2-one; 2-Chloro-3-oxopentane; Pentan-3-one, 2-chloro-; Ethyl 2-chloropropyl ketone; NSC 403058
EINECS	241-123-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloropentan-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatility loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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