Description

5-Chlorovaleronitrile is a versatile halogenated nitrile intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive nitrile group and a chlorinated alkyl chain, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing pyrrolidine or piperidine rings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific chlorinated alkylnitrile backbones.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a cross-linking agent or a monomer for specialty polymers, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cyclization reactions, chain extensions, and the introduction of functional groups in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Chlorovaleronitrile
CAS No.	6280-87-1
Molecular Formula	C5H8ClN
Molecular Weight	117.57 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloropentanenitrile; 4-Chlorobutyronitrile (common misnomer); δ-Chlorovaleronitrile; Pentanenitrile, 5-chloro-; 1-Chloro-4-cyanobutane; 5-Chloro-n-valeronitrile; Chlorovaleronitrile
EINECS	228-500-1

Quality Control

Our 5-Chlorovaleronitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality for your critical processes.

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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's reactivity profile.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.08 g/cm³

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