Description

9-Phenyl-Nonanoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic fatty acid derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a phenyl group attached to a medium-chain carboxylic acid, makes it valuable for creating compounds with specific lipophilic and aromatic properties. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in lipid-modifying and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic side chains.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or side-chain component in the synthesis of specialty organic electronic materials.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce phenyl groups into polymer backbones or as a monomer for creating polyesters with enhanced properties.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additives: Serves as a feedstock for synthesizing specialty esters and surfactants with improved thermal stability and solubility.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex aromatic molecules for high-value organoleptic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reference standard and building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Phenyl-Nonanoic Acid
CAS No.	16269-06-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	234.33 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Phenylnonanoic Acid; Nonanoic acid, 9-phenyl-; ω-Phenylnonanoic Acid; 9-Phenylpelargonic Acid; 9-Phenylnonanoate; 9-Phenylnonanoic acid (CAS 16269-06-0); 9-Phenyl-n-nonanoic acid; 9-Phenylcapric acid (informal)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Phenyl-Nonanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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