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High-Purity Methyl Adipoyl Chloride (Monomethyl Adipoyl Chloride). A premium ester acid chloride intermediate for selective organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. (CAS 2110-39-6).

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Technical Specifications
Product Name
Methyl Adipoyl Chloride
Synonyms / Abbreviations
IUPAC & Chemical Names
Monomethyl adipoyl chloride Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)pentanoate Adipic acid monomethyl ester chloride Methyl 6-chloro-6-oxohexanoate Monomethyl adipate acid chloride Adipoyl chloride monomethyl ester Methyl 5-chlorocarbonylvalerate Monomethyl adipoyl chloride (MAC) Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)valerate Adipate acid chloride Organic synthesis acylating agent MAC acid chloride supplier
Common Names
MAC
Drug & Sourcing Names
Methyl Adipoyl Chloride API Intermediate Methyl Adipoyl Chloride Bulk Drug
CAS Number
2110-39-6
Molecular Formula
C7H11ClO3
Molecular Weight
178.61 g/mol
Appearance
Colorless to light yellow liquid
Purity (GC)
≥ 98.0%
Boiling Point
110–113°C at 12 mmHg
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Product Overview

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride (Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)pentanoate) is an asymmetric, highly reactive acylating agent essential for the synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid. Sourcing from a reliable fine chemical manufacturer like Kalpasthana ensures that the moisture-sensitive acid chloride group is packaged under strict dry-nitrogen conditions to prevent hydrolysis. Our organic chemical synthesis processes are tightly monitored to provide excellent regioselectivity during chain extension and mono-acylation stages of commercial API production.

Manufacturing Importance: Sourced directly from our state-of-the-art facility in Bidar District, Karnataka. Every batch is manufactured under strict quality controlled guidelines, ensuring predictable synthesis yields and batch-to-batch consistency.

Manufacturing Importance

Sourced directly from our state-of-the-art facility in Bidar District, Karnataka. Every batch is manufactured under strict quality controlled guidelines, ensuring predictable synthesis yields and batch-to-batch consistency.

Applications & Industrial Relevance

This acylating agent is a highly reactive asymmetric building block. It is the primary key intermediate for the commercial synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid (Thioctic Acid). The differential reactivity of the acid chloride end versus the protected methyl ester enables clean, selective mono-acylation and chain-extension reactions, making it vital in polymer modifying and API synthesis.

For the synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid, the asymmetric reactivity of Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is vital. The highly reactive acid chloride group is targeted for the initial carbon-carbon coupling, after which the protected methyl ester can be selectively hydrolyzed under basic conditions, ensuring high regioselectivity.

Alpha Lipoic Acid Synthesis

Reacts selectively with ethylene and sulfur compounds to construct the core structure of Alpha Lipoic Acid.

Protected Ester Reactivity

Highly reactive carbonyl chloride allows rapid coupling while the methyl ester remains intact for subsequent steps.

Polymer Modifications

Used as an acylating agent to graft ester-terminated alkyl chains onto starch, cellulose, and high-performance polyamides.

Quality Assurance & Process Control

For Methyl Adipoyl Chloride, quality is our foundational pillar. We ensure high-purity mono-acid chloride footprints through strict process controls, moisture-excluded glass-lined reactors, and vacuum distillation workflows. Our facility monitors chlorination parameters to minimize free adipoyl chloride and monomethyl adipate residues, guaranteeing batch consistency for Alpha Lipoic Acid synthesis.

Every commercial shipment of this moisture-sensitive acylating agent is backed by in-house GC-FID purity verification (maintaining assay purity >=98.0%), acidity checks, and standard COA profiles under dry nitrogen blanketing to ensure long-term stability.

Manufactured under strict GMP-compliant standard operating procedures.

In-house analytical testing ensuring HPLC purity >=99.0% for every batch.

Complete B2B regulatory paperwork, technical dossiers, and audit support.

GMP Standards

Manufactured under strict GMP-compliant standard operating procedures.

HPLC Verification

In-house analytical testing ensuring HPLC purity >=99.0% for every batch.

Document Support

Complete B2B regulatory paperwork, technical dossiers, and audit support.

Technical Sourcing Profile

Chemical Synthesis

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride (methyl 6-chloro-6-oxohexanoate) is a highly reactive acyl chloride. It is synthesized by the chlorination of monomethyl adipate using thionyl chloride or phosphorus trichloride, followed by vacuum distillation to ensure high purity and remove acidic gases. It is a moisture-sensitive, clear to light yellow liquid.

Applications & Pathways

As a reactive acylating agent, this acid chloride is a key raw material in the multi-step synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid. The acyl chloride group undergoes rapid nucleophilic substitution, making it an essential building block for custom pharmaceuticals, peptides, and advanced polymer synthesis.

Quality & Compliance

Sourced from our state-of-the-art facility, our Methyl Adipoyl Chloride maintains a purity of >=98.0% verified by GC.

Storage & Packaging

It must be stored under a dry nitrogen blanket in specialized corrosion-resistant containers in a cool, dry area to maintain product integrity.

Safety & Protocols

Since it reacts violently with water and moisture to release corrosive hydrochloric acid gas, strict isolation and acid-resistant PPE are mandatory.

Why Choose Kalpasthana?

High Purity Standards

HPLC purity verified at >=99.0% with minimal related substances.

Reliable Supply Chain

Continuous commercial-scale volume manufacturing capacity.

Robust Technical Support

Complete analytical profiles, GC profiles, MSDS, and COA dossiers.

Advanced Infrastructure

Equipped with a 50 kL combined reactor volume in Karnataka.

Sourcing Compliance & Synonyms

Chemical Synonyms

IUPAC & Chemical Names
Monomethyl adipoyl chloride Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)pentanoate Adipic acid monomethyl ester chloride Methyl 6-chloro-6-oxohexanoate Monomethyl adipate acid chloride Adipoyl chloride monomethyl ester Methyl 5-chlorocarbonylvalerate Monomethyl adipoyl chloride (MAC) Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)valerate Adipate acid chloride Organic synthesis acylating agent MAC acid chloride supplier
Common Names
MAC
Drug & Sourcing Names
Methyl Adipoyl Chloride API Intermediate Methyl Adipoyl Chloride Bulk Drug

Manufacturing Location

Kalpasthana Life Care Products, Humnabad, Bidar District, Karnataka, India - 585330

Compliance & Quality

GMP-compliant state-of-the-art facility, rigorous GC and analytical purity testing.

Commercial Packaging

Standard commercial plastic carboys / glass bottles with moisture-tight seals or customized B2B packaging.

Commercial Sourcing Note

Commercial Sourcing & Synonyms: Sourcing Monomethyl adipoyl chloride under CAS No. 2110-39-6 ensures standard synthesis yields. This fine chemical intermediate is highly optimized for ALA synthesis (Alpha Lipoic Acid) at Kalpasthana's Humnabad facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Methyl Adipoyl Chloride preferred in selective acylation reactions?

Due to the differential reactivity between the highly reactive acid chloride group and the stable methyl ester. This allows chemists to selectively introduce the adipoyl moiety onto nucleophilic sites like amines or alcohols without side reactions or polymerization.

What are the storage and handling precautions for Methyl Adipoyl Chloride?

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is moisture-sensitive and can release hydrogen chloride gas upon exposure to water or humidity. It must be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in tightly sealed, moisture-proof containers under dry nitrogen.

What documents are provided for regulatory compliance with Methyl Adipoyl Chloride?

Every commercial batch of Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying GC purity, a comprehensive Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), technical specifications sheets, and batch production records as requested for your regulatory filings.

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High-Purity Methyl Adipoyl Chloride (Monomethyl Adipoyl Chloride). A premium ester acid chloride intermediate for selective organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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CAS No: 2110-39-6

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is an asymmetric, highly reactive acylating agent essential for the synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid. Packaged under dry-nitrogen conditions, it guarantees high conversion yields and minimal degradation during commercial chemical synthesis.

Product Overview

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride (Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)pentanoate) is an asymmetric, highly reactive acylating agent essential for the synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid. Sourcing from a reliable fine chemical manufacturer like Kalpasthana ensures that the moisture-sensitive acid chloride group is packaged under strict dry-nitrogen conditions to prevent hydrolysis. Our organic chemical synthesis processes are tightly monitored to provide excellent regioselectivity during chain extension and mono-acylation stages of commercial API production.

Manufacturing Importance: Sourced directly from our state-of-the-art facility in Bidar District, Karnataka. Every batch is manufactured under strict quality controlled guidelines, ensuring predictable synthesis yields and batch-to-batch consistency.

Technical Specifications

Product Name Methyl Adipoyl Chloride
Synonyms / Alternate Names Monomethyl adipoyl chloride • Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)pentanoate • Adipic acid monomethyl ester chloride • Methyl 6-chloro-6-oxohexanoate • Monomethyl adipate acid chloride • Adipoyl chloride monomethyl ester • Methyl Adipoyl Chloride API Intermediate • Methyl Adipoyl Chloride Bulk Drug • Methyl 5-chlorocarbonylvalerate • Monomethyl adipoyl chloride (MAC) • MAC • Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)valerate • Adipate acid chloride • Organic synthesis acylating agent • MAC acid chloride supplier
CAS Number 2110-39-6
Molecular Formula C7H11ClO3
Molecular Weight 178.61 g/mol
Appearance Colorless to light yellow liquid
Purity (GC) ≥ 98.0%
Boiling Point 110–113°C at 12 mmHg
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Applications & Industrial Relevance

This acylating agent is a highly reactive asymmetric building block. It is the primary key intermediate for the commercial synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid (Thioctic Acid). The differential reactivity of the acid chloride end versus the protected methyl ester enables clean, selective mono-acylation and chain-extension reactions, making it vital in polymer modifying and API synthesis.

For the synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid, the asymmetric reactivity of Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is vital. The highly reactive acid chloride group is targeted for the initial carbon-carbon coupling, after which the protected methyl ester can be selectively hydrolyzed under basic conditions, ensuring high regioselectivity.

Key Functionalities & Industrial Use Cases

  • Alpha Lipoic Acid Synthesis: Reacts selectively with ethylene and sulfur compounds to construct the core structure of Alpha Lipoic Acid.
  • Protected Ester Reactivity: Highly reactive carbonyl chloride allows rapid coupling while the methyl ester remains intact for subsequent steps.
  • Polymer Modifications: Used as an acylating agent to graft ester-terminated alkyl chains onto starch, cellulose, and high-performance polyamides.

Quality Assurance & Process Control

For Methyl Adipoyl Chloride, quality is our foundational pillar. We ensure high-purity mono-acid chloride footprints through strict process controls, moisture-excluded glass-lined reactors, and vacuum distillation workflows. Our facility monitors chlorination parameters to minimize free adipoyl chloride and monomethyl adipate residues, guaranteeing batch consistency for Alpha Lipoic Acid synthesis.

Every commercial shipment of this moisture-sensitive acylating agent is backed by in-house GC-FID purity verification (maintaining assay purity >=98.0%), acidity checks, and standard COA profiles under dry nitrogen blanketing to ensure long-term stability.

GMP Standards

Manufactured under strict GMP-compliant standard operating procedures.

HPLC Verification

In-house analytical testing ensuring HPLC purity >=99.0% for every batch.

Document Support

Complete B2B regulatory paperwork, technical dossiers, and audit support.

Why Choose Kalpasthana?

Global pharmaceutical sourcing teams partner with Kalpasthana due to our chemical manufacturing expertise, infrastructure reliability, and strict compliance alignment:

  • High Purity Standards: HPLC purity verified at >=99.0% with minimal related substances.
  • Reliable Supply Chain: Continuous commercial-scale volume manufacturing capacity.
  • Robust Technical Support: Complete analytical profiles, GC profiles, MSDS, and COA dossiers.
  • Advanced Infrastructure: Equipped with a 50 kL combined reactor volume in Karnataka.

Technical Sourcing Profile

Chemical Synthesis

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride (methyl 6-chloro-6-oxohexanoate) is a highly reactive acyl chloride. It is synthesized by the chlorination of monomethyl adipate using thionyl chloride or phosphorus trichloride, followed by vacuum distillation to ensure high purity and remove acidic gases. It is a moisture-sensitive, clear to light yellow liquid.

Applications & Pathways

As a reactive acylating agent, this acid chloride is a key raw material in the multi-step synthesis of Alpha Lipoic Acid. The acyl chloride group undergoes rapid nucleophilic substitution, making it an essential building block for custom pharmaceuticals, peptides, and advanced polymer synthesis.

Quality & Compliance

Sourced from our state-of-the-art facility, our Methyl Adipoyl Chloride maintains a purity of >=98.0% verified by GC.

Storage & Packaging

It must be stored under a dry nitrogen blanket in specialized corrosion-resistant containers in a cool, dry area to maintain product integrity.

Safety & Protocols

Since it reacts violently with water and moisture to release corrosive hydrochloric acid gas, strict isolation and acid-resistant PPE are mandatory.

Sourcing FAQs & Compliance Guide

Quality & Technical Specifications

Chemical Synonyms Monomethyl adipoyl chloride, Methyl 5-(chlorocarbonyl)pentanoate, Adipic acid monomethyl ester chloride, Methyl adipoyl chloride, Methyl 6-chloro-6-oxohexanoate, Monomethyl adipate acid chloride, Adipoyl chloride monomethyl ester
Manufacturing Location Kalpasthana Life Care Products, Humnabad, Bidar District, Karnataka, India - 585330
Compliance & Quality GMP-compliant state-of-the-art facility, rigorous GC and analytical purity testing.
Commercial Packaging Standard commercial plastic carboys / glass bottles with moisture-tight seals or customized B2B packaging.

Commercial Sourcing & Synonyms: Sourcing Monomethyl adipoyl chloride under CAS No. 2110-39-6 ensures standard synthesis yields. This fine chemical intermediate is highly optimized for ALA synthesis (Alpha Lipoic Acid) at Kalpasthana's Humnabad facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Methyl Adipoyl Chloride preferred in selective acylation reactions?

Due to the differential reactivity between the highly reactive acid chloride group and the stable methyl ester. This allows chemists to selectively introduce the adipoyl moiety onto nucleophilic sites like amines or alcohols without side reactions or polymerization.

What are the storage and handling precautions for Methyl Adipoyl Chloride?

Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is moisture-sensitive and can release hydrogen chloride gas upon exposure to water or humidity. It must be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in tightly sealed, moisture-proof containers under dry nitrogen.

What documents are provided for regulatory compliance with Methyl Adipoyl Chloride?

Every commercial batch of Methyl Adipoyl Chloride is shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying GC purity, a comprehensive Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), technical specifications sheets, and batch production records as requested for your regulatory filings.

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