Description

6,8-Dichlorooctanoic Acid is a versatile chlorinated medium-chain fatty acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of chlorine atoms on the carbon chain, enabling selective functionalization and serving as a precursor for more complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for lipid-based drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require chlorinated hydrocarbon backbones.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a functional monomer for introducing chlorine and carboxylic acid groups into polymers, modifying properties like adhesion and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for carbon chain elongation, cyclization reactions, and the preparation of complex organic molecules.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive Precursor: Used to synthesize chlorinated derivatives that act as extreme pressure additives or specialty surfactants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and material science research exploring structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,8-Dichlorooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	41443-60-1
Molecular Formula	C8H14Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	213.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Octanoic acid, 6,8-dichloro-; 6,8-Dichlorocaprylic acid; 6,8-Dichloro-n-octanoic acid; NSC 163063; 2-(2,4-Dichlorobutyl)hexanoic acid (possible tautomer); α,γ-Dichlorooctanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6,8-Dichlorooctanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Ensure containers are kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.