Description

5-Chloropent-1-En-3-One is a versatile and reactive chlorinated enone building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an alkene and a ketone functional group activated by an α-chlorine atom, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the construction of heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to introduce chlorinated motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a Michael acceptor or an electrophile in various carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialized monomers or polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create reactive handles or labeling agents for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloropent-1-En-3-One
CAS No.	20757-87-3
Molecular Formula	C5H7ClO
Molecular Weight	118.56 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-penten-2-one; 4-Penten-2-one, 1-chloro-; 3-Chloro-1-penten-4-one; 5-Chloro-1-penten-3-one; Chloropentenone; 5-Chloro-3-penten-2-one (isomer); 5-Chloropent-1-en-3-one
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloropent-1-En-3-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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