Description

6-Chlorohexanol is a versatile bifunctional organic intermediate containing both a chloro and a hydroxyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for constructing molecular chains and introducing functional handles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a hexyl chain with a terminal functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its chloroalkanol structure serves as a linker.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a chain extender or cross-linking agent in polyurethane and epoxy resin systems, influencing flexibility and curing properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Serves as a precursor for mesogenic compounds and other specialty materials used in display technologies.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additive Production: Employed to synthesize specialty surfactants and additives that enhance performance characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution and esterification reactions to introduce a 6-carbon spacer with a hydroxyl terminus.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chlorohexanol
CAS No.	2009-83-8
Molecular Formula	C6H13ClO
Molecular Weight	136.62 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-1-hexanol; 6-Chlorohexan-1-ol; ω-Chlorohexyl alcohol; Hexanol, 6-chloro-; 1-Hexanol, 6-chloro-; NSC 60530
EINECS	217-931-8

Quality Control

Our 6-Chlorohexanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 oxidizing agents and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4520 - 1.4560
Density (20°C)	1.030 - 1.050 g/mL

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