Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate
Also known as: Methyl 4-(chloroformyl)butyrate, Methyl glutaryl chloride, Glutaric acid monomethyl ester chloride, 5-Chloro-5-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester, 4-Carbomethoxybutyryl chloride, Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxovalerate, CARBOMETHOXYL BUTYRYL CHLORIDE, Methyl 4-(chlorocarbonyl)butanoate, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)butyryl chloride, 5-Chloro-5-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester
Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate (CAS 1501-26-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H9ClO3 and a molecular weight of 164.587 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 224.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1501-26-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-29688-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H9ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 164.587 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 224.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 164.024017 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 0.94 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.436 |
| Additional Property | reacts |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate is 1501-26-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate?
Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate has molecular formula C6H9ClO3 and molecular weight 164.587 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate hazardous?
Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate?
For Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate, Upstream Products: Monomethyl glutarate, Glutaric anhydride, Dimethyl glutarate; Downstream Products: Cyclohexanepentanoic acid, Bendamustine hydrochloride, 1,3-Cyclohexanedione.
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