Description

1-Octane Sulfonic Acid is a versatile organic sulfonic acid derivative, also known as Octanesulfonic Acid. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis, valued for its strong acidity and solubility in organic media. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or catalyst in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as an ion-pairing agent in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for the separation of basic compounds.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: Serves as a raw material for producing specialized anionic surfactants with specific chain lengths.
• Electroplating Additive: Employed in electroplating baths to improve brightness and uniformity of metal deposits.
• Polymerization Catalyst & Modifier: Acts as an acid catalyst in certain polymerization reactions or as a modifier for polymer properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in organic synthesis as a strong acid catalyst or a sulfonating agent in laboratory-scale reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octane Sulfonic Acid
CAS No.	3944-72-7
Molecular Formula	C8H18O3S
Molecular Weight	194.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Octanesulfonic Acid; n-Octanesulfonic Acid; 1-Octanesulfonic Acid; Octane-1-sulfonic Acid; Caprylsulfonic Acid; Heptylmethanesulfonic Acid; NSC 8427; Octylsulfonic Acid
EINECS	223-537-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Octane Sulfonic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate secondary containment is recommended. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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