Description

6-Hydroxycaproic Acid is a versatile hydroxycarboxylic acid that serves as a key building block in organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating specialized polymers, pharmaceutical actives, and fine chemicals. This compound is particularly essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Used as a monomer or co-monomer for producing biodegradable polymers, polyesters, and polyurethanes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a crosslinker in coatings, adhesives, and sealants to enhance durability and chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to introduce the 6-hydroxycaproyl moiety into more complex molecules.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Used in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and as an intermediate for certain plasticizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxycaproic Acid
CAS No.	1191-25-9
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxyhexanoic Acid; 6-Hydroxycaproic Acid; ω-Hydroxycaproic Acid; ω-Hydroxycaproic Acid; 6-Hydroxy-n-caproic Acid; 6-Hydroxyhexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 6-hydroxy-; 1,6-Hexanolide (precursor)
EINECS	214-736-4

Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxycaproic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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