Description

7-Oxononanoic Acid is a versatile keto acid building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a terminal ketone group on a medium-chain fatty acid, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the production of active ingredients, fragrances, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific fatty acid-derived chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its keto-acid functionality is essential.
• Fragrance & Flavor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of musk-like odorants and complex flavor molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polyesters and polyamides with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for chain extension, cyclization reactions, and as a precursor to various heterocyclic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Used in metabolic pathway studies and as a standard or probe in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxononanoic Acid
CAS No.	20356-92-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxononanoic Acid; 7-Ketononanoic Acid; 7-Oxopelargonic Acid; 7-Oxononanoate; 7-Ketopelargonic Acid; Nonanoic acid, 7-oxo-; 7-Oxo-nonanoic acid; 7-Oxo-nonanoate
EINECS	243-775-9

Quality Control

Our 7-Oxononanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for production and can accommodate custom purity requirements for specific applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

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