Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate

Name: Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-032546

About Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate, an impurity of Lipoic acid registered under CAS number 1070-64-0. The compound has the formula C10H18Cl2O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 241.15 g/mol. It is also known as 6,8-Dichlorooctanoic acid ethyl ester or Ethyl 6,8-dichlorocaprylate.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

This Lipoic acid impurity supports analytical method development and validation (AMV), batch release testing and the impurity sections of ANDA and DMF filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-032546
CAS Number	1070-64-0
IUPAC name	ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₈Cl₂O₂
Molecular weight	241.15 g/mol
Exact mass	240.0684
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	RFYDWSNYTVVKBR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)CCCCC(CCCl)Cl
PubChem CID	14053

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate is 1070-64-0. It is also known as 6,8-Dichlorooctanoic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 6,8-dichlorocaprylate, 6,8-dichloro-octanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate?

Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate has the molecular formula C10H18Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 241.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate.

What is Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate used for?

Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Lipoic acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate can I order?

We supply Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl 6,8-dichlorooctanoate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.