Description

1,5-Dichloro-Hexane is a versatile aliphatic chlorinated hydrocarbon intermediate. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, making it a key building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a linear hydrocarbon chain with terminal chlorine functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in the manufacture of specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce hexyl chains or for further functionalization.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Intermediate: A starting material for the production of specialized surfactants and synthetic lubricant additives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in laboratory settings for method development and the creation of novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dichloro-Hexane
CAS No.	54305-90-7
Molecular Formula	C6H12Cl2
Molecular Weight	155.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexane, 1,5-dichloro-; 1,5-Dichlorohexane; NSC 60548; α,ω-Dichlorohexane; 1,5-Dichloro-n-hexane; Dichlorohexane
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Quality Control

Our 1,5-Dichloro-Hexane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.07 g/cm³
Boiling Point	~195-200°C

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