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Molybdenum pentachloride

SKU 90036981 CAS 10241-05-1 Available on enquiry

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Molybdenum pentachloride is a reactive inorganic compound used in catalysis and as a reagent in synthetic chemistry. It appears as a dark green to black solid and is highly sensitive to moisture. CAS Number: 10241-05-1. Molekula supplies Molybdenum pentachloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90036981
CAS Number
10241-05-1
IUPAC Name
pentachloromolybdenum
EC Number
233-575-3
Exact Mass
274.7467
SMILES
Cl[Mo](Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl
InChIKey
GICWIDZXWJGTCI-UHFFFAOYSA-I
InChI
InChI=1S/5ClH.Mo/h5*1H;/q;;;;;+5/p-5
PubChem CID
61497

Synonyms

  • AMPERTEC? Molybdenum Pentachloride MoCl5
  • MoCl5
  • MOLYBDENUM CHLORIDE (MoCl5)
  • Molybdenum pentachloride powder (micro-sized)
  • Molybdenum(V) chloride
  • Molybdenum(V) chloride, anhydrous
  • pentachloridomolybdenum
  • Pentachloromolybdenum

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point
268 °C at 760 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 61497 (PAC Chemical Database)

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Frequently asked questions

What is molybdenum pentachloride used for?

It is primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the production of other molybdenum compounds.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of molybdenum pentachloride?

The chemical formula is MoCl5, and its molecular weight is approximately 273.2 g/mol.

How should molybdenum pentachloride be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and air, ideally in a sealed container under inert atmosphere.

What grade of molybdenum pentachloride does Molekula supply?

We supply reagent grade molybdenum pentachloride, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply molybdenum pentachloride in bulk?

Yes, we can supply molybdenum pentachloride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of molybdenum pentachloride?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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