Description

1,8-Diisocyanooctane is a bifunctional aliphatic isocyanate compound, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a rigid, linear diisocyanate linker for constructing polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional materials with precise structural control. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of polymer chemistry, materials science, and pharmaceutical intermediates who require a specific, symmetrical diisocyanate spacer.

Application

• As a key monomer for the synthesis of polyurethanes and polyureas with specific chain lengths and properties.
• As a bridging ligand in the construction of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers for gas storage and catalysis.
• In the preparation of pharmaceutical intermediates and bioactive molecules requiring a defined isocyanate functionality.
• For the cross-linking and modification of polymers and resins to enhance mechanical strength or thermal stability.
• As a precursor for heterocyclic compounds and other specialty chemicals in research and development.
• In surface chemistry for the functionalization of materials with isocyanate groups for further conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Diisocyanooctane
CAS No.	208247-82-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16N2
Molecular Weight	164.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Octamethylene Diisocyanate; 1,8-Octamethylene Diisocyanate; 1,8-Diisocyanatooctane; OMDI; Octane-1,8-diyl diisocyanate; 1,8-Bis(isocyanato)octane; Octamethylene-1,8-diisocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 1,8-Diisocyanooctane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration or chromatography and identification by spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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