Description

Ethyl 8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoate is a high-purity synthetic organic ester compound, identified by CAS number 898752-20-0. This specialty chemical serves as a crucial advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical and agrochemical active ingredients. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex aryl-alkyl chain motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical or thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: An important substrate in methodological studies for developing new carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions and catalytic processes.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of high-value aromatic compounds, given its ester and ketone functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoate
CAS No.	898752-20-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₁ClO₃
Molecular Weight	296.79 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 8-Oxo-8-(3-chlorophenyl)octanoate; 8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-oxooctanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3'-Chloro-ω-oxobenzeneoctanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Octanoic acid, 8-(3-chlorophenyl)-8-oxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3'-Chlorobenzoylheptanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Typical 98.0-99.5%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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