Description

(3S)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid is a chiral hydroxy fatty acid with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and complex natural products. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical producers focused on chiral synthesis and polymer precursors.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key starting material for the production of enantiomerically pure drugs and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Precursor: Used in the synthesis of chiral pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for activity.
• Fine Chemical and Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating complex aroma chemicals and specialty esters.
• Polymer Chemistry: A potential monomer for synthesizing biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-like polymers and specialty polyesters.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Liquid Crystal and Material Science: Can be incorporated into the structure of advanced organic materials requiring specific molecular geometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3S)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid
CAS No.	33796-86-0
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid; (3S)-3-Hydroxycaprylic Acid; L-3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid; (S)-3-Hydroxy-n-octanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid (S)-form; (S)-3-Hydroxyoctanoate; β-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid (S-enantiomer); (3S)-3-Hydroxyoctanoate
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Quality Control

Our (3S)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for enantiomeric excess, chemical purity, and identity are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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