Description

Octanethioic Acid is a versatile organosulfur compound with a linear eight-carbon chain, serving as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique thioic acid structure makes it valuable for introducing sulfur-containing functional groups or acting as a ligand and catalyst precursor. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring thioester or thiol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfur moiety enhances biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a chain-transfer agent, modifier, or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of metal-organic complexes and catalysts for organic transformations and industrial processes.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a synthetic intermediate for certain sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanethioic Acid
CAS No.	7530-92-9
Molecular Formula	C8H16OS
Molecular Weight	160.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Caprylic thioic acid; Octanethioic S-acid; n-Octanethioic acid; Thiooctanoic acid; 1-Heptanecarbothioic acid; Octanethionic acid; Heptyl thioformic acid; Octylthioic acid
EINECS	231-387-6

Quality Control

Our Octanethioic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling via modern techniques like GC and HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment, and we can support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. Due to its potential sensitivity, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.