Description

1-Octanesulfonyl Chloride is a versatile organic sulfonyl chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as a sulfonylation agent, enabling the introduction of the octylsulfonyl moiety to create compounds with tailored properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for creating sulfonamide drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents that require sulfonyl functional groups.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functionalization agent to introduce sulfonyl chloride groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of sulfonated dyes and colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and material science research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive Precursor: Used in the synthesis of sulfonate-based additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octanesulfonyl Chloride
CAS No.	7795-95-1
Molecular Formula	C8H17ClO2S
Molecular Weight	212.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Octane-1-sulfonyl chloride; n-Octanesulfonyl chloride; Caprylsulfonyl chloride; 1-Octylsulfonyl chloride; Octylsulfonyl chloride; NSC 403121; Sulfonyl chloride, C8-17-alkane; C8 Alkyl sulfonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Octanesulfonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required for fine chemical and pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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