1. Product Overview & Specifications

Chemical Identity

• IUPAC Name: Hexanoyl chloride
• CAS No.: 142-61-0
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₁ClO
• Molecular Weight: 134.60 g/mol
• EINECS: 205-549-1

Physical Properties

2. Applications & Industrial Uses

Key Applications

• Organic Synthesis: Primary reagent for introducing hexanoyl groups in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) such as anticonvulsants and lipid regulators.
• Agrochemicals: Precursor for herbicides and fungicides.
• Polymer Chemistry: Modifies surface properties of polymers for enhanced stability.

Functional Advantages

• High reactivity in acylation reactions under mild conditions.
• Compatible with Grignard reagents and Friedel-Crafts alkylation.

3. Operational Guidelines

Handling & Storage

• Storage: Keep in sealed containers under inert gas (N₂ or Ar) at 2–8°C.
• Moisture Control: Use molecular sieves or calcium chloride to prevent hydrolysis.
• Ventilation: Operate in fume hoods with ≤50% relative humidity.

Reaction Optimization

• Use anhydrous solvents (e.g., THF, dichloromethane).
• Maintain stoichiometric excess (1.2–1.5 eq) for complete conversion.

4. Safety Protocols

Hazard Classification (GHS)

• Flammability: Category 3 (Flash point 50°C)
• Corrosivity: Skin Corrosion/Irritation (Category 1A)
• Acute Toxicity: Oral (Category 4), Inhalation (Category 3)

Emergency Response

5. Client Case Studies

Case 1: Pharmaceutical Intermediate Production

• Client: European CRO
• Application: Synthesis of antiepileptic drug intermediate
• Outcome: 92% yield improvement vs. alternative acylating agents

Case 2: Specialty Polymer Development

• Client: US Materials Innovator
• Application: Hydrophobic coating for medical devices
• Outcome：Achieved 40% reduction in surface energy

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