Description

Cyclooctane-1,2-Dione CAS NO 3008-37-5 is a high-purity, versatile diketone compound characterized by its unique eight-membered ring structure. This chemical serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring cyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for cyclization reactions, ring-expansion chemistry, and the preparation of other functionalized diketones and heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic ligands for catalysis and in the study of novel polymers and macrocycles.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aroma molecules due to its reactive carbonyl groups.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable tool for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and for teaching advanced reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclooctane-1,2-Dione
CAS No.	3008-37-5
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Cyclooctanedione; Cyclooctane-1,2-dione; 1,2-Diketocyclooctane; 1,2-Dioxocyclooctane; Octane-1,2-dione, cyclic; Cyclic octane-1,2-dione
EINECS	221-123-5

Quality Control

Our Cyclooctane-1,2-Dione is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.