Description

6,6-Dimethylheptanoic Acid is a branched-chain fatty acid derivative with a unique sterically hindered structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It is essential for research and manufacturing sectors requiring high-purity, structurally defined carboxylic acids to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a bulky, lipophilic side chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its branched structure can influence biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or chain terminator in polyesters and polyamides, imparting modified physical properties like flexibility, hydrophobicity, or lower melting points.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Serves as a precursor for esters used in synthetic lubricants and as performance additives in fuels.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of musk analogs and other complex aroma chemicals due to its specific carbon skeleton.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for coupling reactions, homologation, and as a precursor to more complex molecules via its carboxylic acid functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,6-Dimethylheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	15898-92-7
Molecular Formula	C9H18O2
Molecular Weight	158.24 g/mol
Synonyms	6,6-Dimethylenanthic Acid; 6,6-Dimethylheptanoic Acid; 6,6-Dimethyloenanthic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 6,6-dimethyl-; 6,6-Dimethyl-heptansäure (German); Acide 6,6-diméthylheptanoïque (French)
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Quality Control

Our 6,6-Dimethylheptanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is compatible with most common organic solvent materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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