Description

8-Amino-1-Octanethiol,Hydrochloride is a bifunctional organic compound featuring both a primary amine and a thiol group, stabilized as a hydrochloride salt. This dual functionality makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and as a versatile linker in bioconjugation and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nanotechnology, and specialty chemical sectors who require a high-purity building block for surface modification, peptide synthesis, and the development of biosensors.

Application

• Surface Chemistry & Nanotechnology: A key precursor for forming self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold and other metal surfaces for sensor development and surface functionalization.
• Bioconjugation & Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a heterobifunctional crosslinker for attaching biomolecules (e.g., peptides, proteins) to nanoparticles, surfaces, or other molecules.
• Materials Science: Used in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, dendrimers, and advanced composite materials requiring specific surface properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a protected or deprotected intermediate in organic synthesis for introducing amine and thiol functionalities into target molecules.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic systems, drug delivery platforms, and diagnostic assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Amino-1-Octanethiol,Hydrochloride
CAS No.	937706-44-0
Molecular Formula	C8H19NS • HCl
Molecular Weight	197.76 g/mol (Free base: 161.31 g/mol)
Synonyms	8-Amino-1-octanethiol hydrochloride; 8-Aminoocatan-1-thiol hydrochloride; 1-Octanethiol, 8-amino-, hydrochloride; 8-Mercaptooctylamine hydrochloride; Aminoocytl mercaptan hydrochloride; (8-Mercaptooctyl)amine hydrochloride; 8-Aminoocytlthiol hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Amino-1-Octanethiol,Hydrochloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature. Keep away from strong 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
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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