Description

2-Pentanone, 1-Chloro-5-Nitro- is a specialized chlorinated nitro ketone derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique reactivity profile, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitro or chloro functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a substrate for further functionalization (e.g., reduction of the nitro group).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials where its specific functional groups impart desired properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone, 1-Chloro-5-Nitro-
CAS No.	89416-18-2
Molecular Formula	C5H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	165.57 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-5-nitropentan-2-one; 5-Nitro-1-chloropentan-2-one; 1-Chloro-5-nitro-2-pentanone; 2-Pentanone, 1-chloro-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1-chloro-2-pentanone; 1-Chloro-5-nitro-pentan-2-one; ω-Chloro-δ-nitro-2-pentanone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pentanone, 1-Chloro-5-Nitro- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.