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Catalog Number:
38922
CAS Number:
141-75-3
Butyryl chloride
Purity:
98 - 102% (Assay by titration)
Synonym(s):
Butanoyl chloride
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Store under inert gas

Synonyms
Butanoyl chloride
CAS Number
141-75-3
Purity
98 - 102% (Assay by titration)
Molecular Formula
C4H7ClO
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000752
PubChem ID
8855
Melting Point
-90 to -88 °C
Density
1.020
Appearance
Colorless to almost colorless clear liquid
Boiling Point
101 - 103 °C
Refractive Index
1.410
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Butanoyl chloride
CAS Number
141-75-3
Purity
98 - 102% (Assay by titration)
Molecular Formula
C4H7ClO
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00000752
PubChem ID
8855
Melting Point
-90 to -88 °C
Density
1.020
Appearance
Colorless to almost colorless clear liquid
Boiling Point
101 - 103 °C
Refractive Index
1.410
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Butyryl chloride is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Synthesis of Pharmaceuticals: It serves as a key intermediate in the production of various pharmaceutical compounds, enhancing the efficiency of drug development processes.
  • Production of Esters: This chemical is crucial in synthesizing esters, which are important in the flavor and fragrance industry, providing desirable scents and tastes in consumer products.
  • Polymer Chemistry: Butyryl chloride is used in the preparation of polybutyrate and other polymers, contributing to the development of biodegradable materials that are environmentally friendly.
  • Laboratory Reagents: It acts as a reagent in organic synthesis, facilitating reactions that produce complex organic molecules, which are essential for academic and industrial research.
  • Chemical Modifications: The compound is employed to modify alcohols and amines, improving their properties for various applications in materials science and chemical engineering.

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