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Phosphorus Pentachloride (PCl5)

Phosphorus Pentachloride (PCl5)

CAS Number: 10026-13-8

Molecular Formula: Cl5P

About Phosphorus Pentachloride (PCl5)

Phosphorus Pentachloride (CAS No: 10026-13-8) is a highly reactive inorganic compound that occupies a strategic niche in the global speciality chemicals market, primarily distinguished by its exceptional chlorinating and dehydrating efficiency essential for advanced chemical synthesis. As a crucial reagent, it is incre...

Synonyms

  • pentachloro-
  • Fosforpentaklorid
  • Phosphor(V)-chlorid
  • Fosforano, pentacloro-
  • Phosphoric pentachloride
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Phosphorus Pentachloride (PCl5) Specifications

CAS Number
10026-13-8
Molecular Formula
Cl5P
Molecular Weight
208.24 g/mol
IUPAC Name
pentachloro-λ5-phosphane
Canonical SMILES
ClP(Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl
InChI Key
UHZYTMXLRWXGPK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
1S/Cl5P/c1-6(2,3,4)5
UNSPSC Code
12352100
eClass
38120201
NACRES
NA.23
HSN No
28121022
Description
Pale Yellow Powder
Solubility
Soluble in carbon Di sulfide
Assay, %w/w
99.85
PLC3 content
0.08
Before trapping
0.80
After trapping
1.08
Density
2.1 g/cm³
Molecular Weight
208.24 g/mol
Odor
Pungent, unpleasant
GHS Classification
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): Category 2, Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1, Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation: Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Category 2
(H) Statements
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H330: Fatal if inhaled H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
(P) Statements
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; continue rinsing.

Organic Synthesis

Chlorinating agent for converting alcohols and acids into chlorinated compounds.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Employed in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical intermediates.

Agrochemical Production

Utilized in the production of pesticides and herbicides.

Dye and Pigment Industry

Involved in the manufacture of certain dyes and pigments.

Temperature

Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15–25°C (59–77°F)

Environment

Keep away from moisture, direct sunlight, and incompatible materials

Protection

Store in original, tightly sealed containers made of corrosion-resistant material.

Packaging Options

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, and 25 kg containers

MSDS
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  1. pentachloro-
  2. Fosforpentaklorid
  3. Phosphor(V)-chlorid
  4. Fosforano, pentacloro-
  5. Phosphoric pentachloride

Phosphorus Pentachloride (PCl5) FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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