Description

Octyl Dichloroacetate is a specialized organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and functional additive. Its molecular structure makes it particularly useful in applications requiring controlled reactivity and specific solubility profiles. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop advanced formulations and synthesis pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where the dichloroacetate moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or plasticizer additive to alter the physical properties, such as flexibility or flame retardancy, of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in esterification and transesterification reactions to introduce the octyl group or the dichloroacetyl functional group into target molecules.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Functions as a performance additive in synthetic lubricants and industrial fuels to enhance stability and reduce wear.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in R&D laboratories for exploring new synthetic routes and developing novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl Dichloroacetate
CAS No.	83004-98-2
Molecular Formula	C10H18Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	241.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloroacetic Acid Octyl Ester; n-Octyl Dichloroacetate; 1-Octyl Dichloroacetate; Dichloroacetate de Octyle; Octyl 2,2-Dichloroacetate; 2,2-Dichloroacetic Acid Octyl Ester; EINECS 280-084-8
EINECS	280-084-8

Quality Control

Our Octyl Dichloroacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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