Description

8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate featuring a chlorophenyl ketone moiety linked to a nitrile-terminated alkyl chain. This molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical chemists and agrochemical researchers for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a foundational component for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with tailored activity profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid aromatic core and polar functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and pigments where specific chlorophenyl derivatives are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile
CAS No.	898767-74-3
Molecular Formula	C14H16ClNO
Molecular Weight	249.74 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-8-(3-chlorophenyl)octanenitrile; 3'-Chloro-ω-cyanovalerophenone; 8-(3-Chlorobenzoyl)octanenitrile; 1-(3-Chlorophenyl)-7-cyano-1-heptanone; ω-Cyano-3'-chlorovalerophenone; 3-Chloro-ω-cyanovalerophenone; Octanenitrile, 8-(3-chlorophenyl)-8-oxo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-(3-Chlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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