2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride
Also known as: 2-Ethylbutyryl chloride, 2-Ethylbutyroyl chloride, Diethylacetyl chloride, Diethylacetic acid chloride, NSC 8757, Butanoyl chloride, 2-ethyl-, Butyryl chloride, 2-ethyl-, 2-ethylbutanoyl chloride
2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride (CAS 2736-40-5) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H11ClO and a molecular weight of 134.60400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 137-139 °C(lit.), a density of 0.982 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 35.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2736-40-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-47920-9
- Molecular Formula
- C6H11ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 134.60400 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 137-139 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.982 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 35.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 134.05000 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.18800 |
| Vapor Pressure | 6.15mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.425(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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 2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride?
The CAS number of 2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride is 2736-40-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride?
2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride has molecular formula C6H11ClO and molecular weight 134.60400 g/mol.
Is 2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride hazardous?
2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride?
For 2-Ethylbutanoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 2-Ethylbutanoic acid, Thionyl chloride, diethylmalonic acid; Downstream Products: 2,2-diethylpropanedioyl dichloride, 3-Ethyl-4-octanone, 2-Bromo-2-ethylbutyryl bromide.
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