Molekula
1-Chloropinacolone
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1-Chloropinacolone is a reactive organic compound used in synthetic chemistry, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 13547-70-1, Molecular Formula: C6H11ClO, Molecular Weight: 134.61 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification includes Signal Word: Danger.
Molekula supplies 1-Chloropinacolone in 25 g packs, from £37.08 inc. VAT. It is made or sourced to order. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and a safety data sheet is available. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
On backorder — expected to ship by 5 December 2026
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Pinacolone | ≤0.5% |
| 1-Chloropinacolone | ≥95% |
| 2-Chloropinacolone | ≤5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 67 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 32045726 |
| CAS Number | 13547-70-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-chloro-3,3-dimethylbutan-2-one |
| EC Number | 236-920-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H11ClO |
| Molecular Weight | 134.61 |
| Exact Mass | 134.0498 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)C(=O)CCl |
| InChIKey | ULSAJQMHTGKPIY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H11ClO/c1-6(2,3)5(8)4-7/h4H2,1-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 83572 |
| UN Number | UN2810 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29147990 |
| Tariff Code | 2914790090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 1-Chloro-3,3-dimethyl-2-butanone
- 1-Chloro-3,3-dimethylbutan-2-one
- 1-Chloropinacolin
- 1-Monochloropinacoline
- 2-Butanone, 1-chloro-3,3-dimethyl-
- alpha-Chloropinacolin
- alpha-Chloropinacoline
- Chloromethyl tert-butyl ketone
- monochloropinacolin
- tert-Butyl chloromethyl ketone
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Chloropinacolone used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Chloropinacolone?
The formula is C6H11ClO with a molecular weight of 134.61 g/mol.
How should 1-Chloropinacolone be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available for 1-Chloropinacolone?
It is supplied at a purity of 1-Chloropinacolone ≥95%, with water ≤1.0%, pinacolone ≤0.5% and 2-chloropinacolone ≤5%; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1-Chloropinacolone in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 1-Chloropinacolone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy 1-Chloropinacolone?
Directly from Molekula, which lists 1-Chloropinacolone in 25 g packs from £37.08 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
Is 1-Chloropinacolone dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. 1-Chloropinacolone ships as dangerous goods: UN2810, class 6.1, packing group II.
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