Description

6-Methylheptanol is a branched-chain primary alcohol with the CAS registry number 1653-40-3, valued for its utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and a building block in organic synthesis. Its structure offers a balance of lipophilicity and reactivity, making it a key raw material for producing high-value derivatives. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new products or enhance existing formulations.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Serves as a precursor for esters and other derivatives used in creating specific fruity, floral, or green olfactory notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a chiral building block or a side chain in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Plasticizer and Polymer Additives: Used in the production of esters that function as specialty plasticizers, lubricants, or stabilizers for polymers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surface Active Agents: Provides a hydrophobic chain for the synthesis of non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the 6-methylheptyl group into more complex molecules in research and development.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Methylheptanol
CAS No.	1653-40-3
Molecular Formula	C8H18O
Molecular Weight	130.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-1-heptanol; Isooctyl Alcohol; 6-Methylheptan-1-ol; Isooctanol (mixed isomers); 1-Heptanol, 6-methyl-; 2-Methylheptanol (isomeric mixture); Iso-C8 alcohol
EINECS	216-743-1

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylheptanol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	0.815 - 0.825 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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