Description

Cyclooctene Oxide is a versatile and highly reactive epoxide compound, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its strained oxirane ring makes it an excellent monomer for ring-opening polymerizations and a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel materials and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its reactive epoxide functionality.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a key monomer for the production of polyethers and other specialty polymers via cationic or anionic ring-opening polymerization (ROP).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a precursor in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in epoxy resin formulations and coatings to modify properties like flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile in nucleophilic ring-opening reactions to introduce functionalized eight-carbon chains.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for creating novel polymeric materials with specific thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the synthesis of fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable tool in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclooctene Oxide
CAS No.	286-62-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Epoxycyclooctane; Cyclooctene epoxide; 7,8-Epoxycyclooctene; Oxirane, octahydro-; Octahydrooxirene; 1-Oxaspiro[2.7]decane; Epoxycyclooctane
EINECS	206-015-6

Quality Control

Our Cyclooctene Oxide is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to preserve 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%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.930 - 0.950

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