3-(Chloromethyl)pentane
Also known as: 1-Chloro-2-ethylbutane, 2-ethylbutylchloride, 2-Aethyl-butylchlorid, 1-Chlor-2-aethyl-butan, 3-Chlormethyl-pentan, 3-chloromethylpentane, Pentane, 3-(chloromethyl)-, butane,1-chloro-2-ethyl-, MFCD01321261
3-(Chloromethyl)pentane (CAS 4737-41-1) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H13Cl and a molecular weight of 120.620 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -35.1°C (estimate), a boiling point of 125.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 25.0±16.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4737-41-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-23248-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H13Cl
- Molecular Weight
- 120.620 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -35.1°C (estimate) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 125.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 25.0±16.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 120.070580 |
| LogP | 3.44 |
| Vapor Pressure | 15.0±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.412 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-(Chloromethyl)pentane?
The CAS number of 3-(Chloromethyl)pentane is 4737-41-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Chloromethyl)pentane?
3-(Chloromethyl)pentane has molecular formula C6H13Cl and molecular weight 120.620 g/mol.
Is 3-(Chloromethyl)pentane hazardous?
3-(Chloromethyl)pentane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(Chloromethyl)pentane?
For 3-(Chloromethyl)pentane, Upstream Products: 2-Ethyl-1-butanol, Pyridine, Thionyl chloride; Downstream Products: Pentane, 3-methylene-, 3-ethylpentanenitrile.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-(Chloromethyl)pentane (CAS 4737-41-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-23248-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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