Description

1-Octanoylbenzotriazole is a versatile and highly reactive acylating agent, specifically an N-acylbenzotriazole derivative. This compound is valued for its superior stability and selectivity compared to traditional acid chlorides, making it an essential reagent for controlled acylation reactions in complex organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of amides, esters, and peptides under mild conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for the acylation of sensitive amines and alcohols in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Coupling Agent: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to form amide bonds with reduced racemization.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of herbicidal and fungicidal compounds requiring specific acyl functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating polyamides and other specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in surface functionalization and the development of advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Serves as a tool for labeling and modifying biomolecules in research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octanoylbenzotriazole
CAS No.	58068-80-7
Molecular Formula	C14H19N3O
Molecular Weight	245.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Octanoyl-1H-benzotriazole; N-Octanoylbenzotriazole; Benzotriazol-1-yl octanoate; 1H-Benzotriazole, 1-(1-oxooctyl)-; Capryloylbenzotriazole; OBBt; 1-Capryloylbenzotriazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Octanoylbenzotriazole is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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