Description

cis-1,4-Cyclooctanediol CAS NO 73982-04-4 is a versatile, high-purity diol building block characterized by its rigid, eight-membered ring structure. This compound is valued for its unique stereochemistry and functional groups, which make it an essential intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds and materials with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used to introduce rigidity and specific functional groups into polyesters, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and material science research.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a diol component in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and elastomers requiring specific cross-link density.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-1,4-Cyclooctanediol
CAS No.	73982-04-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,4S)-1,4-Cyclooctanediol; (1S,4R)-1,4-Cyclooctanediol; cis-Cyclooctane-1,4-diol; 1,4-Cyclooctanediol, cis-; Cyclooctane-1,4-diol; 1,4-Dihydroxycyclooctane; cis-1,4-Dihydroxycyclooctane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our cis-1,4-Cyclooctanediol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.