Description

8-Chloro-1-Octanol Acetate is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both a reactive chloro group and an ester functionality. This compound matters for its utility as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors. Industries that require this product include pharmaceutical R&D for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemical manufacturers for developing novel crop protection agents, and fine chemical producers for synthesizing fragrances, flavors, and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Liquid Crystal Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Acts as a building block for creating specific ester-based aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional chloro and ester groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Chloro-1-Octanol Acetate
CAS No.	21727-90-2
Molecular Formula	C10H19ClO2
Molecular Weight	206.71 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Acetoxy-8-chlorooctane; 8-Chlorooctyl acetate; Octanol, 8-chloro-, acetate; 8-Chloro-n-octyl acetate; Acetic acid 8-chlorooctyl ester; 8-Chloro-1-octyl acetate; Chlorooctyl acetate
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Quality Control

Our 8-Chloro-1-Octanol Acetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, though the product is typically stable at controlled room temperature for shorter periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.00 g/mL

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