Description

7-Hydroxy-Octanoic Acid is a versatile medium-chain hydroxy fatty acid with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and functional materials. Key industries that utilize this product include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty polymer synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in prostaglandin and leukotriene analog development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides that require specific stereochemistry for biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating biodegradable polyesters and polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) with tailored properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in metabolic pathway studies and as a standard in analytical chemistry for lipid analysis.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Potential intermediate for synthesizing emollients and skin-conditioning agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxy-Octanoic Acid
CAS No.	17173-14-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxycaprylic Acid; Octanoic acid, 7-hydroxy-; 7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid; (RS)-7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid; (±)-7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid; DL-7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid; 7-Hydroxy-n-octanoic acid; 7-Hydroxy fatty acid C8
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Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxy-Octanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specify (Racemic or Enantiomerically Enriched)

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