Description

7-Methyloctanoic Acid, Lead Salt is an organometallic compound where lead is coordinated with a branched-chain fatty acid derivative. This specialized chemical serves as a critical intermediate and catalyst precursor in advanced material synthesis and organic transformations. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the chemical, polymer, and electronics sectors for developing novel materials and facilitating specific synthetic pathways.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of specialized catalysts for polymerization and organic synthesis reactions.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a stabilizer or property modifier in specific high-performance polymer formulations.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a key intermediate in the development of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and advanced inorganic materials.
• Electronics Industry: Potential use in the deposition of lead-containing thin films for specialized electronic applications.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a standardized reagent in analytical chemistry and research-scale organic synthesis.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a component in specialized coatings and inhibitors for industrial applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	7-Methyloctanoic Acid, Lead Salt
CAS No.	97952-39-1
Molecular Formula	C18H34O4Pb (for the lead(II) salt of two acid molecules)
Molecular Weight	Approx. 545.7 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead 7-Methyloctanoate; Lead(II) 7-Methyloctanoate; 7-Methyloctanoic Acid Lead Salt; 7-Methyloctanoic Acid Lead(2+) Salt; Lead Caprylate (branched isomer); Lead 2-Ethylhexanoate (isomeric variant); Plumbous 7-Methyloctanoate
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Quality Control

Our 7-Methyloctanoic Acid, Lead Salt is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to ISO 9001 quality management standards. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles, available upon request.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and acids. Due to its lead content, ensure storage complies with all local and international regulations for hazardous materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Lead Content)	Min. 36.0% (as Pb)
Purity (HPLC)	Min. 95.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Reported on COA
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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