Description

6-Phenylhexanoyl Chloride is a versatile acid chloride intermediate used in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 6-phenylhexanoyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists for applications in amide coupling, esterification, and the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide & Protein Research: Employed as an acylating agent in the modification of amino acids and peptides.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor in the manufacturing of advanced electronic and display materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates Friedel-Crafts acylation and other nucleophilic substitution reactions in complex organic molecule construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Phenylhexanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	21389-46-8
Molecular Formula	C12H15ClO
Molecular Weight	210.70 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Phenylhexanoyl chloride; 6-Phenylcaproyl chloride; Hexanoyl chloride, 6-phenyl-; 6-Phenylhexanoic acid chloride; 6-Phenyl-n-caproyl chloride; 21389-46-8; 6-Phenylcaproic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 6-Phenylhexanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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