Description

1,3-Pentadiene, 5-Chloro- is a specialized chlorinated diene derivative with the CAS registry number 40596-30-3. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both diene and chloro functionalities. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a reactive diene moiety for Diels-Alder cycloaddition reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized monomer or intermediate in the manufacture of complex fragrance compounds, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science Research: Investigated as a potential monomer for creating polymers with unique properties via its conjugated diene system.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The chloro substituent makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) in complex molecule assembly.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological development and exploring new reaction pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,3-Pentadiene, 5-Chloro-
CAS No.	40596-30-3
Molecular Formula	C5H7Cl
Molecular Weight	102.56 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1,3-pentadiene; 5-Chloropenta-1,3-diene; 1,3-Pentadiene, 5-chloro-; Chloropentadiene; 5-Chloro-1,3-pentadiene (mixed isomers); 5-Chloropentadiene; 1-Chloro-2-vinylpropene
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Pentadiene, 5-Chloro- is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and light-sensitive nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, ideally at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~0.95 g/mL
Boiling Point	~110-115°C

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