Description

Octanoyl Chloride, 2-Butyl- is a specialized organic acid chloride derivative of 2-butyloctanoic acid. This compound serves as a versatile and reactive intermediate for introducing the branched 2-butyloctanoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex esters, amides, and ketones. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop products with specific lipophilic or steric properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring branched-chain fatty acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific chain branching influences bioactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the creation of specialized polyesters, polyamides, and surface coatings to alter flexibility and hydrophobicity.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Employed in synthesizing ester-based additives that improve the performance characteristics of lubricants and fuels.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for producing esters with unique olfactory profiles for high-end fragrance and flavor applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A crucial reagent for Friedel-Crafts acylation, esterification, and amidation reactions in research and fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoyl Chloride, 2-Butyl-
CAS No.	100246-69-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₃ClO
Molecular Weight	218.77 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyloctanoyl Chloride; 2-Butylcapryloyl Chloride; 2-Butyloctanoic Acid Chloride; 2-Butyloctanoyl Chloride; Octanoyl chloride, 2-butyl-; 2-Butyloctanoyl chloride; 2-Butyl-n-octanoyl Chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octanoyl Chloride, 2-Butyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and water. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Density (at 20°C)	~0.92 g/mL

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