Description

Ethyl 8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoate is a high-purity synthetic organic compound featuring a dichlorophenyl ketone moiety linked to an ethyl octanoate chain. This specialized chemical intermediate is valued for its role in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators leveraging the 2,4-dichlorophenyl group.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing specialty chemicals with specific chiral or structural properties.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the development of advanced polymers or liquid crystals due to its aromatic and aliphatic ester functionalities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and scale-up process development for carbon-carbon bond formation and ketone chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoate
CAS No.	898778-05-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₀Cl₂O₃
Molecular Weight	331.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 8-Oxo-8-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)octanoate; 8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-oxooctanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Octanoic acid, 8-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-8-oxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 8-(2,4-Dichlorobenzoyl)octanoate; 2,4-Dichloro-ω-oxobenzeneoctanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics 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 place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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