Description

5-Chloromuconolactone is a specialized organic lactone compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity building block is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing novel compounds in life science and material science applications. It is particularly relevant for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is utilized in the construction of complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex specialty chemicals and functional materials.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies related to metabolic pathways and as a substrate or inhibitor for specific enzymatic reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier for synthesizing polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloromuconolactone
CAS No.	157762-78-2
Molecular Formula	C6H3ClO4
Molecular Weight	174.54 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2,5-dihydro-5-oxofuran-2-acetic acid; 5-Chloro-4-oxo-4H-pyran-2-carboxylic acid (tautomer); 5-Chloromuconic acid lactone; 5-Chloro-3-hydroxy-4-oxo-5-hexenoic acid δ-lactone; 5-Chloro-2H-pyran-2-one-6-carboxylic acid; 5-Chloro-4-oxo-4H-pyran-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloromuconolactone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product should be kept under an inert atmosphere if long-term storage is required to prevent potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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