Description

8-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid is a versatile medium-chain hydroxy fatty acid with significant utility in organic synthesis and material science. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a terminal hydroxyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating polymers, esters, and other specialty chemicals. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and polymer industries seeking to develop novel materials with specific properties.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or co-monomer for producing biodegradable polyesters, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its functional groups for conjugation.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Acts as a precursor for emollients, surfactants, and viscosity modifiers in formulations.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additives: Employed to synthesize ester-based additives that enhance performance and environmental profile.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold in organic chemistry for creating novel compounds and studying structure-activity relationships.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and esters.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid
CAS No.	764-89-6
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxycaprylic Acid; Octanoic acid, 8-hydroxy-; ω-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid; 8-HOA; 1,7-Heptanedicarboxylic Acid (tautomeric form); 8-Hydroxyoctansäure (German); Acide 8-hydroxyoctanoïque (French); Ácido 8-hidroxioctanoico (Spanish)
EINECS	212-124-6

Quality Control

Our 8-Hydroxyoctanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	65 - 70 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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