Description

8-Oxoundecanoic Acid is a versatile medium-chain keto fatty acid with a reactive carbonyl group, offering a unique bifunctional structure for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate, enabling the production of complex molecules in high-value sectors. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its fatty acid-derived structure.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Lubricant and Surfactant Additive: Investigated for use in formulating high-performance lubricants and specialty surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Oxoundecanoic Acid
CAS No.	91214-06-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₀O₃
Molecular Weight	200.28 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-undecanoic acid; 8-Oxononane-1-carboxylic acid; 8-Ketoundecanoic acid; 11-Oxo-undecanoic acid (common misnomer); Undecanoic acid, 8-oxo-; 8-Oxohendecanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Oxoundecanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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