C6H13Cl

C6H13Cl is the chemical formula for several isomeric compounds, all of which are chlorinated alkanes with six carbon atoms and one chlorine atom. These are collectively known as hexyl chlorides. The physical and chemical properties vary depending on the specific isomer.

The most common isomers include 1-chlorohexane, 2-chlorohexane, and 3-chlorohexane, as well as branched isomers like 1-chloro-2-methylpentane or 2-chloro-2-methylpentane. 1-chlorohexane is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It is generally insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Like other alkyl halides, hexyl chlorides can participate in various organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions, depending on the reaction conditions and the specific isomer.

Hexyl chlorides are typically synthesized through the chlorination of hexane or through reactions involving hexyl alcohols. They can find applications as intermediates in organic synthesis, for example, in the production of other organic compounds or as solvents in certain industrial processes. The environmental fate and potential toxicity of hexyl chlorides are dependent on their specific structure and are subject to regulatory guidelines.