Description

Sebacoyl Chloride is a high-purity, bifunctional acid chloride derivative of sebacic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced polymer synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its exceptional reactivity as a diacid chloride, enabling the formation of high-performance polyamides and other specialty polymers. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to produce materials with specific thermal and mechanical properties.

Application

• Nylon 6-10 & Specialty Polyamides: Key monomer for polymerization with hexamethylenediamine to produce Nylon 6-10, known for its lower moisture absorption and good dimensional stability.
• Polymer Cross-Linking Agent: Used to introduce cross-links into polymer chains, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical strength in coatings and elastomers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug conjugates, leveraging its reactivity to form amide bonds.
• Dendrimer & Hyperbranched Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a core reactant for creating precisely structured macromolecules with applications in nanotechnology and drug delivery.
• Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCPs): A monomer in the production of high-temperature, high-performance LCPs used in electronics and aerospace.
• Surface Modification & Coupling Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces (e.g., silica, metals) or other polymers to alter adhesion, wettability, or compatibility.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for introducing the sebacoyl moiety into organic molecules, facilitating the production of plasticizers, lubricants, and corrosion inhibitors.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Sebacoyl Chloride
CAS No.	111-19-3
Molecular Formula	C10H16Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	239.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Decanedioyl dichloride; Sebacoyl dichloride; 1,10-Dicarboxylic acid dichloride; Decanedioic acid dichloride; 1,8-Octanedicarbonyl chloride; Sebacic acid dichloride; Sebacoyl chloride; Sebacoyldichloride
EINECS	203-840-8

Quality Control

Our Sebacoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profile analysis by gas chromatography (GC), to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive polymer and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity limits is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Chloride Content	≥ 99.0%
Free Chloride (as HCl)	≤ 0.5%
Sebacic Acid	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density at 20°C	1.120 - 1.130 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.468 - 1.472

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.