Molekula
Molybdenum (V) chloride
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Molybdenum(V) chloride is a reactive inorganic compound used in catalysis and as a precursor in the synthesis of molybdenum-based materials. It appears as a dark green to black solid and is highly sensitive to moisture. CAS: 10241-05-1, Molecular Formula: MoCl5, Molecular Weight: 273.21 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Molybdenum (V) chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £75.50 per pack ex VAT · £90.60 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Green - Black crystals |
| Assay | ⩾ 99.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Calcium (Ca) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Copper (Cu) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Nickel (Ni) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | ≥ 34.9%% |
| Aluminium (Al) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Tungsten (W) | ⩾ 0.005% |
| Silicon (Si) | ⩾ 0.005% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 268 °C at 760 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 61497 (PAC Chemical Database)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 24369259 |
| CAS Number | 10241-05-1 |
| IUPAC Name | pentachloromolybdenum |
| EC Number | 233-575-3 |
| Molecular Formula | MoCl5 |
| Molecular Weight | 273.21 |
| 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 |
| UN Number | UN2508 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28273990 |
| Tariff Code | 2827398590 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH029 Contact with water liberates toxic gas
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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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.
Synonyms
- AMPERTEC? Molybdenum Pentachloride MoCl5
- MoCl5
- MOLYBDENUM CHLORIDE (MoCl5)
- Molybdenum pentachloride
- Molybdenum pentachloride powder (micro-sized)
- Molybdenum(V) chloride, anhydrous
- pentachloridomolybdenum
- Pentachloromolybdenum
Frequently asked questions
What is Molybdenum (V) chloride used for?
It is primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a precursor in the production of molybdenum-based materials.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Molybdenum (V) chloride?
The formula is MoCl5 and the molecular weight is 273.21 g/mol.
How should Molybdenum (V) chloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air.
What grade of Molybdenum (V) chloride does Molekula supply?
We supply high-purity technical grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Molybdenum (V) chloride in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities upon request; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of Molybdenum (V) chloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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