5-Chlorovaleric acid
Also known as: 5-Chloropentanoic acid, 5-Chloro-n-valeric acid, Pentanoic acid, 5-chloro-, 5-Chloropentanoic, 5-Chlorovaleric acid, 5-chloropentanoic acid, MFCD00004415, EINECS 214-279-3
5-Chlorovaleric acid (CAS 1119-46-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9ClO2 and a molecular weight of 136.577 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 18 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 230.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 93.4±19.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1119-46-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-26719-6
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 136.577 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 18 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 230.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 93.4±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 136.029114 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 1.13 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.453 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 5-Chlorovaleric acid?
The CAS number of 5-Chlorovaleric acid is 1119-46-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Chlorovaleric acid?
5-Chlorovaleric acid has molecular formula C5H9ClO2 and molecular weight 136.577 g/mol.
Is 5-Chlorovaleric acid hazardous?
5-Chlorovaleric acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Chlorovaleric acid?
For 5-Chlorovaleric acid, Upstream Products: 5-Chloropentanol, 1,1,1,5-tetrachloropentane, Pentanoic acid; Downstream Products: delta-Valerolactone.
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