Description

8-Chloro-6-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group on a chloro-substituted carbon chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex specialty molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a versatile building block for constructing specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer for creating functionalized polyesters or polyols with specific properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of novel chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Chloro-6-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid
CAS No.	188412-11-5
Molecular Formula	C8H15ClO3
Molecular Weight	194.66 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-8-chlorooctanoic Acid; 8-Chloro-6-hydroxycaprylic acid; Octanoic acid, 8-chloro-6-hydroxy-; (6R/S)-8-Chloro-6-hydroxyoctanoic acid; 188412-11-5; 8-Chloro-6-hydroxy-octanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Chloro-6-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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