Description

8-Methylnonanoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique branched-chain fatty acid structure conjugated with a vanillin-derived phenolic moiety, offering specific reactivity and functional properties. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors for the development of novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel aroma chemicals with complex, long-lasting olfactory profiles.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a sophisticated synthetic intermediate in medicinal chemistry for developing new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent in organic laboratories for constructing complex molecules, leveraging its ester and phenolic functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals where specific lipophilicity and structural motifs are required.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use in studying lipid metabolism and membrane interactions due to its branched fatty acid chain.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methylnonanoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl Ester
CAS No.	205687-03-2
Molecular Formula	C18H28O4
Molecular Weight	308.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanillyl 8-Methylnonanoate; (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl 8-methylnonanoate; 8-Methylnonanoic Acid Vanillyl Ester; Nonanoic acid, 8-methyl-, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl methyl ester; Methyl 8-methylnonanoate vanillin ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 8-Methylnonanoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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