Description

Octanoic Acid, 8-Chloro-6-Hydroxy-, Ethyl Ester, (6R)- is a chiral, halogenated fatty acid ester of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a sophisticated building block, offering a unique combination of a reactive chloro group, a hydroxyl function, and a defined stereocenter for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, biologically active compounds for crop protection and pest management.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile building block in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating complex organic molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific stereochemistry is required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The functional groups make it a potential precursor for creating novel chiral ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoic Acid, 8-Chloro-6-Hydroxy-, Ethyl Ester, (6R)-
CAS No.	852383-82-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₉ClO₃
Molecular Weight	222.71 g/mol
Synonyms	(6R)-8-Chloro-6-hydroxyoctanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (6R)-8-chloro-6-hydroxyoctanoate; (R)-Ethyl 8-chloro-6-hydroxyoctanoate; 8-Chloro-6-hydroxyoctanoic acid ethyl ester, (6R)-; (6R)-8-Chloro-6-hydroxy-octanoic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every batch, detailing purity, chiral purity (enantiomeric excess), and impurity profiles. Quality is assured through analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. Specifications are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and pharmaceutical development applications.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% e.e.
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.