Description

6,8-Dichlorooctanamide is a specialized chlorinated organic amide compound with the CAS number 3579-00-8. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for introducing the dichlorooctanamide moiety into more complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the creation of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6,8-Dichlorooctanamide
CAS No.	3579-00-8
Molecular Formula	C8H15Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	212.12 g/mol
Synonyms	6,8-Dichlorooctanoic acid amide; Octanamide, 6,8-dichloro-; 6,8-Dichlorocaprylamide; NSC 163045; 6,8-Dichloro-octanamide; Dichlorooctanamide; Caprylamide, 6,8-dichloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6,8-Dichlorooctanamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.