Description

1,4-Cyclooctanedione CAS NO 55794-45-1 is a versatile cyclic diketone compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique eight-membered ring structure with strategically placed carbonyl groups makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex macrocycles, ligands, and specialty polymers. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to create novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of complex macrocyclic drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized chelating agents and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and metal coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent in methodological development and the exploration of new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Cyclooctanedione
CAS No.	55794-45-1
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Cyclooctanedione; Cyclooctane-1,4-dione; 1,4-Diketocyclooctane; 1,4-Dioxocyclooctane; 55794-45-1; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Cyclooctanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.