Description

4-Octanoylbenzo-15-Crown-5 is a functionalized crown ether derivative, specifically a benzo-15-crown-5 ether bearing an octanoyl side chain. This compound is valued for its selective ion-binding capabilities, particularly for alkali metal cations like potassium and sodium, which are enhanced by the lipophilic alkyl chain. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of chemical synthesis, ion-selective sensors, membrane transport studies, and advanced material science for creating selective complexing agents and phase-transfer catalysts.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly useful in organic synthesis.
• Ion-Selective Electrodes & Sensors: Serves as a key ionophore in membrane formulations for detecting specific alkali metal ions.
• Metal Ion Extraction & Separation: Used in liquid-liquid extraction processes for the selective recovery or removal of metal ions from solutions.
• Membrane Transport Studies: Incorporated into artificial membranes to study and mimic biological ion channel mechanisms.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for synthesizing more complex crown ether derivatives and supramolecular structures.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chiral selector or complexing agent in chromatographic separations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Octanoylbenzo-15-Crown-5
CAS No.	82361-78-2
Molecular Formula	C23H36O6
Molecular Weight	408.53 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Benzo-15-crown-5)-4-octanoylbenzene; 4'-Octanoylbenzo-15-crown-5; Benzo-15-crown-5, 4'-octanoyl-; 4-(1-Oxooctyl)benzo-15-crown-5; Octanophenone-substituted benzo-15-crown-5; 4-Octanoylbenzo-15-crown-5 ether; B15C5-OC8; 4-n-Octanoylbenzo-15-crown-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Octanoylbenzo-15-Crown-5 is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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