2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid

2,2-二氯戊酸

Also known as: 2,2-Dichlorovaleric acid, Pentanoic acid, 2,2-dichloro-, Valeric acid, 2,2-dichloro-, 2,2-Dichloropentanoate

2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid (CAS 18240-68-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 171.02200 g/mol. It is also known as 2,2-Dichlorovaleric acid, Pentanoic acid, 2,2-dichloro- and Valeric acid, 2,2-dichloro-. Key properties include a boiling point of 234.8ºC at 760mmHg and a flash point of 95.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
18240-68-1
Jingsj CID
J-43421-4
Molecular Formula
C5H8Cl2O2
Chinese Name
2,2-二氯戊酸
Molecular Weight
171.02200 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point234.8ºC at 760mmHg
Flash Point95.8ºC
Exact Mass169.99000
PSA37.30000
LogP2.04500
Vapor Pressure0.018mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.459-1.461

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 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 2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid?

The CAS number of 2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid is 18240-68-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid?

2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid has molecular formula C5H8Cl2O2 and molecular weight 171.02200 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid?

For 2,2-Dichloropentanoic acid, Upstream Products: 2,2-dichloropentanal, Valeraldehyde, 1-Pentanol; Downstream Products: 2,2-dichloropentanal.

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