Description

8-Chloro-1-Octanol is a versatile bifunctional organic intermediate featuring both a terminal chloro group and a primary hydroxyl group on a medium-length alkyl chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and specialty chemical research. It is particularly sought after for its utility in creating linkers, surfactants, and functionalized polymers. Industries including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and material science rely on this compound for its reliable reactivity and purity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring C8 alkyl chain modifications or prodrug development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chloroalkanol moiety is incorporated.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or chain extender in the production of polyesters, polyethers, and other specialty polymers, imparting specific physical properties.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: The hydroxyl group can be ethoxylated or further functionalized to create non-ionic surfactants with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) values.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution reactions (via the chloro group) and esterification/etherification reactions (via the hydroxyl group) to construct complex organic molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for mesogens and other components used in display technologies and electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Chloro-1-Octanol
CAS No.	23144-52-7
Molecular Formula	C8H17ClO
Molecular Weight	164.67 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Chlorooctan-1-ol; 1-Chloro-8-hydroxyoctane; 8-Chloro-n-octanol; ω-Chlorooctyl alcohol; Octanol, 8-chloro-; 1-Hydroxy-8-chlorooctane; 8-Chloro-1-hydroxyoctane
EINECS	245-452-5

Quality Control

Our 8-Chloro-1-Octanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

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 acids and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.448 - 1.452
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.98 - 1.02

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