Suberic Acid

Name:
Suberic Acid
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	octanedioic acid
M Formula:	HOOC(CH2)6COOH
Properties:
Colorless crystals from water. Mp 143C, bp 279C (100 mm Hg). Partially soluble in water and ether; soluble in alcohol. Combustible.
Derivation:
Oxidation of oleic acid with nitric acid.
Use:
Intermediate for the synthesis of drugs, dyes, and high polymers.