Description

2-Methylhexanoyl Chloride is a versatile organic acid chloride characterized by its branched alkyl chain. This compound is a crucial reagent in organic synthesis, valued for its reactivity as an acylating agent to introduce the 2-methylhexanoyl moiety. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients, intermediates, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticide intermediates.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Essential for acylation reactions, including the formation of amides, esters, and ketones.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for the synthesis of specific ester compounds used in aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylhexanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	41693-47-4
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO
Molecular Weight	148.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylcaproyl chloride; 2-Methylhexanoic acid chloride; Hexanoyl chloride, 2-methyl-; α-Methylcaproyl chloride; 2-Methylhexanoic chloride; 2-Methylhexanoyl chloride; 2-Methylhexanoic acid, chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylhexanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases, alcohols, and oxidizing agents. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.