Description

7,7'-Diselenodiheptanoic Acid is a high-purity organoselenium compound characterized by a linear heptanoic acid chain with a central diselenide functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable precursor and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate selenium functionalities into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those exploring selenium's biological activity.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Used in the synthesis of organoselenium catalysts and ligands for asymmetric synthesis and other specialized chemical transformations.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for developing selenium-containing polymers with unique redox or optical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in creating new selenium-based compounds for crop protection and plant growth regulation studies.
• Nutritional Supplement R&D: Investigated as a potential source for designing novel organic selenium supplements.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in organic synthesis for introducing diselenide bridges or selenium atoms into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	7,7'-Diselenodiheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	22676-36-4
Molecular Formula	C14H26O4Se2
Molecular Weight	449.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptanedioic acid, 7,7'-diselenobis-; Diselenodioctanedioic Acid; 7,7'-Diselenobis(heptanoic acid); 7-Carboxyheptyl diselenide; Bis(6-carboxyhexyl) diselenide; 7,7'-Diselenodiheptanoic acid; 7,7'-Diselenobisheptanoic acid; 7,7'-Diselenodiheptanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7,7'-Diselenodiheptanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Selenium Content	Contact for details

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