Methyl 5-chloropentanoate
Also known as: 5-chloro-pentanoic acid methyl ester, 5-chloro-valeric acid methyl ester, Cl(CH2)4CO2Me, ClCH2(CH2)3C(O)OCH3, MFCD00065274, Methyl 5-chlorovalerate, methyl 5-chloranylpentanoate, NSC120453
Methyl 5-chloropentanoate (CAS 14273-86-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H11ClO2 and a molecular weight of 150.60300 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 106-107 °C38 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.047 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 90.0 °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 Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 14273-86-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-42764-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H11ClO2
- Molecular Weight
- 150.60300 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 106-107 °C38 mm Hg(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.047 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 90.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 150.04500 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.56850 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.377mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.436(lit.) |
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 Methyl 5-chloropentanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5-chloropentanoate is 14273-86-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-chloropentanoate?
Methyl 5-chloropentanoate has molecular formula C6H11ClO2 and molecular weight 150.60300 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5-chloropentanoate hazardous?
Methyl 5-chloropentanoate 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 Methyl 5-chloropentanoate?
For Methyl 5-chloropentanoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 5-Chlorovaleric acid, Cyclopentanone; Downstream Products: Methyl 5-phenylpentanoate, 5-Chloropentanal, 5-Chloropentanol.
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