Hexanoyl chloride
Also known as: Caproyl chloride, n-Hexanoyl chloride, Caproic acid chloride, Caproic chloride, n-Caproyl chloride, hexanoic acid chloride, n-pentylcarbonyl chloride, Caproic acid chlorid
Hexanoyl chloride (CAS 142-61-0) 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 134.604 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -87°C, a boiling point of 152.2±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 50.0±0.0 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 142-61-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1493454-0
- Molecular Formula
- C6H11ClO
- Molecular Weight
- 134.604 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -87°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 152.2±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 50.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 134.049850 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.58 |
| Vapor Pressure | 3.5±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.424 |
| Additional Property | MAY DECOMPOSE |
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 Hexanoyl chloride?
The CAS number of Hexanoyl chloride is 142-61-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hexanoyl chloride?
Hexanoyl chloride has molecular formula C6H11ClO and molecular weight 134.604 g/mol.
Is Hexanoyl chloride hazardous?
Hexanoyl 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 Hexanoyl chloride?
For Hexanoyl chloride, Upstream Products: Hexanoic acid, 5-Oxohexanoic acid, 5-Hexenoic acid; Downstream Products: 4-Hexylaniline, 6-Hexadecanone, N-Methylhexylamine.
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