Description

Octanedioate is a high-purity chemical intermediate essential for advanced synthesis and material science applications. Its defined structure and consistent quality make it a critical building block for producing high-performance polymers, specialty esters, and fine chemicals. This product is particularly valuable for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking reliable raw materials for complex formulations.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other engineering plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring specific aliphatic ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Production: Employed in creating synthetic lubricant base stocks and specialized plasticizers for enhanced material properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing specific ester compounds that contribute to complex aroma and flavor profiles.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Functions as an intermediate for producing emollients and other functional ingredients in personal care products.
• Crosslinking Agent: Can be used in coatings, adhesives, and resin systems to modify crosslink density and final material performance.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic chemists in academic and industrial settings exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanedioate
CAS No.	58447-36-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O4
Molecular Weight	174.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Suberate; Octanedioic acid ester; Diethyl suberate (common example); Dioctanedioate; Suberic acid ester; C8-Dicarboxylate ester; 1,8-Octanedioate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octanedioate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by chromatography and identification by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.