Description

1-Butylcyclooctatetraene is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of substituted cyclooctatetraenes. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key precursor in developing new pesticides and herbicides with unique modes of action.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploratory chemistry and process development in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butylcyclooctatetraene
CAS No.	13402-37-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆
Molecular Weight	160.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Butylcyclooctatetraene; 1-Butyl-1,3,5,7-cyclooctatetraene; Cyclooctatetraene, butyl-; Butyl-COT; 1-n-Butylcyclooctatetraene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butylcyclooctatetraene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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