Description

8-Phenyloctanoic Acid is a versatile aromatic fatty acid derivative characterized by a phenyl group attached to an eight-carbon aliphatic chain terminating in a carboxylic acid. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, offering a lipophilic aromatic moiety for molecular design. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring lipophilic aromatic side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the development of advanced organic materials and polymers with specific mesogenic properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a probe or substrate in metabolic studies and enzyme inhibition assays due to its fatty acid-like structure.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Utilized as an intermediate for creating complex aromatic compounds in specialty chemical applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile reagent for carbon chain elongation and the introduction of phenylalkyl groups in multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Phenyloctanoic Acid
CAS No.	26547-51-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	220.31 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Phenyloctanoic Acid; 8-Phenyoctanoic Acid; Octanoic acid, 8-phenyl-; Phenyoctanoic Acid; ω-Phenyloctanoic Acid; (8-Phenyloctyl)carboxylic Acid; 26547-51-3; NSC 334380
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Phenyloctanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizers, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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