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Altivia N-Valeroyl Chloride (VCL)

Altivia N-Valeroyl Chloride (VCL) is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a pungent, mustard-like odor.

Chemical Name: Valeroyl chloride

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
638-29-9
Molecular formula
C5H9ClO
EC No.
211-330-1
Technologies
Product Families
Synonyms
  •  pentanoyl chloride
  • Valeryl chloride
  • N-valeroyl chloride
  • n-butanecarbonyl chloride
  • VCL
Chemical Structure

Altivia N-Valeroyl Chloride (VCL) - Chemical Structure

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Applicable Processes
Base Chemicals End Uses
Applications

commonly used as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, surfactants, fragrances, electronic chemicals

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight120.58--
Density1.016g/ml-