Description

Methyl 2-Methylhexanoate is a branched-chain fatty acid methyl ester valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a source of fruity, wine-like aroma notes. This compound is essential for formulators and manufacturers requiring a specific ester profile for synthesis or sensory applications. It is particularly relevant for industries such as flavors & fragrances, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers where precise molecular structure and purity are critical.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a building block or direct component in creating complex fruity, wine, or brandy-like aroma profiles for food, beverages, and perfumes.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals, leveraging its reactive ester group.
• Plasticizer and Polymer Modifier: Acts as a co-monomer or additive in the production of specialty polymers to modify flexibility, solubility, or other physical properties.
• Solvent and Carrier: Employed as a medium-polarity solvent for resins, coatings, and inks, or as a carrier fluid in various industrial applications.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Utilized in the synthesis or as an inert component in pesticide and herbicide formulations.
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in chemical R&D labs for method development, analytical testing, and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Methylhexanoate
CAS No.	2177-81-3
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylhexanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Methylcaproate; Methyl α-Methylcaproate; Hexanoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl heptylate (ambiguous); Methyl isoheptanoate; Methyl 2-methylhexanoate; Methyl 2-methylhexanoate (CAS 2177-81-3)
EINECS	218-542-4

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Methylhexanoate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.408 - 1.412
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.880
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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