5-Chloropentanol CAS 5259-98-3
Aure Chemical Delivers Reliable 5-Chloropentanol (CAS 5259-98-3) at Consistent Quality
5-Chloropentanol is a bifunctional chloroalcohol used as a versatile intermediate in organic and pharmaceutical synthesis. Aure Chemical supplies this material to industrial and research customers requiring consistent quality for fine-chemical applications.
Basic Information
| CAS No. | 5259-98-3 |
|---|---|
| EC No. | Not available (typical reference) |
| Linear Formula | C5H11ClO |
| Molecular Weight | 122.59 |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Melting Point | Not available (typical reference) |
| Boiling point | 99 °C/18 mmHg (lit.) |
| Density | 1.06 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.) |
| RIDADR | Not regulated as dangerous goods (typical) |
| Chemical Structure | ![]() |
Key Applications
Pharmaceutical intermediate: Used as a key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients and related fine chemicals.
Organic synthesis intermediate: Serves as a bifunctional reagent for introducing both chloro and hydroxy functionalities in multi-step synthetic routes.
Agrochemical intermediate: Applied in the preparation of selected crop-protection and specialty agrochemical compounds.
Polymer and specialty chemical intermediate: Employed in the production of certain polymers, surfactants and performance materials requiring a five-carbon spacer.
Alkylating agent: Utilized to install the 5-hydroxypentyl or 5-chloropentyl moiety in the manufacture of specialty organic compounds.
Aure Chemical: Your Reliable Partner for 5-Chloropentanol
Consistent quality suitable for demanding industrial processes: Strict quality control ensures reliable purity and performance across successive batches.
Flexible supply arrangements for global customers: Established logistics support efficient delivery of both laboratory and bulk quantities worldwide.
Full documentation support for industrial procurement: Complete SDS, COA and supporting paperwork are provided to meet regulatory and handling needs.
Professional technical communication and responsive service: Direct access to our team assists with product selection, packaging and shipment coordination.
Hazards Classification
GHS Classification: Skin irritation (Category 2) [GHS07]; Eye irritation (Category 2) [GHS07]
Hazard Statements: H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
UN Number: Not applicable (typical)
Hazard Class: Not regulated as dangerous goods (typical)
Packing Group: Not applicable

Packaging, Logistics & Compliance Capabilities
Aure Chemical provides flexible packaging solutions, compliant logistics arrangements, and controlled storage practices to support laboratory-scale, pilot-scale, and commercial-scale global supply.
Packaging Options
- 25 kg / 50 kg bags (fiber drum, aluminum bag, HDPE drum)
- 100 kg / 200 kg steel or HDPE drums
- 500 kg / 1000 kg IBC containers
- Bulk liquids in ISO tank containers
- Customized packaging upon request
Transportation Modes
- Sea freight (FCL / LCL)
- Air freight for selected products
- Road and rail transportation
- Dangerous & non-dangerous cargo handling
- Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP
Storage & Handling
- Dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouses
- Segregation by hazard class
- FIFO inventory management
- Temperature-controlled storage if required
- Regular inspection & labeling control
Documentation & Compliance
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD)
- Packing List & Commercial Invoice
- IMDG / IATA / ADR compliant labeling
For packaging customization or logistics consultation, please contact us.


