Description

8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoic Acid is a high-purity synthetic organic intermediate featuring a dichlorophenyl ketone moiety linked to a medium-chain carboxylic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging the dichlorophenyl group's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Used in the preparation of specialty monomers or ligands for catalysts and polymers with specific functional properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in method development and exploratory organic chemistry for creating carbon-chain extended derivatives.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	898791-27-0
Molecular Formula	C14H16Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	303.18 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-8-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)octanoic acid; 2,4-Dichloro-ω-oxobenzeneoctanoic acid; Octanoic acid, 8-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-8-oxo-; ω-(2,4-Dichlorobenzoyl)heptanoic acid; 8-(2,4-Dichlorobenzoyl)octanoic acid; (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)(7-carboxyheptyl)methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-8-Oxooctanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.