Molekula
Octylmagnesium Chloride, 1.4M in THF
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Octylmagnesium chloride, 1.4M in THF, is a Grignard reagent used primarily as a nucleophile in organic synthesis and carbon-carbon bond formation. This chemical has the CAS number 38841-98-4, a molecular formula of C8H17ClMg, and a molecular weight of 172.98. It requires ambient storage and carries a danger signal word. Molekula supplies Octylmagnesium chloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 mL — $168.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Turbid grey-brown liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -10 °C |
| Transport Class | 4.3 (3) |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027748 |
| CAS Number | 38841-98-4 |
| IUPAC Name | magnesium;octane;chloride |
| EC Number | 254-147-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H17ClMg |
| Molecular Weight | 172.98 |
| Exact Mass | 172.0869 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCC[CH2-].[Mg+2].[Cl-] |
| InChIKey | HQDAZWQQKSJCTM-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H17.ClH.Mg/c1-3-5-7-8-6-4-2;;/h1,3-8H2,2H3;1H;/q-1;;+2/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 4147387 |
| UN Number | UN3399 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 3822.19.0080 |
| Tariff Code | 3822900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
- H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+P334 IF ON SKIN: Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages
- P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Octylmagnesium chloride, 1.0 M in THF
- 1-Octylmagnesium chloride, 1M in MeTHF
- Chloridooctylmagnesium
- Chlorooctylmagnesium
- DPBWWQDKVQLWFK-UHFFFAOYSA-M
- Magnesium, chlorooctyl-
- magnesium;octane;chloride
- n-C8H17MgCl
- n-octylmagnesium chloride
- Octylmagnesium chloride
Frequently asked questions
What is Octylmagnesium Chloride used for?
Octylmagnesium Chloride is a Grignard reagent primarily used as a nucleophile in organic synthesis for carbon-carbon bond formation.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The chemical formula is C8H17ClMg and the molecular weight is 172.98 g/mol.
How should Octylmagnesium Chloride be stored?
This product should be stored at ambient temperature, ensuring the container is kept tightly sealed and protected from moisture.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Octylmagnesium Chloride in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) detailing the necessary handling precautions.
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