Description

2-Nonenoic Acid is a versatile nine-carbon unsaturated fatty acid with a terminal double bond, offering unique reactivity for synthesis and formulation. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and flavor & fragrance ingredient due to its characteristic waxy, fatty odor profile. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical intermediate, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Compound: Used as a building block for synthesizing esters and lactones that impart fruity, creamy, or waxy notes in perfumes and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for carbon chain elongation, cross-metathesis reactions, and the production of other unsaturated derivatives.
• Lubricant and Plasticizer Additive: Utilized in the formulation of synthetic esters for high-performance lubricants and as a precursor for polymer modification.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of certain pesticides and herbicides that require specific aliphatic acid backbones.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying lipid metabolism and organic reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nonenoic Acid
CAS No.	3760-11-0
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-Nonenoic Acid; (E)-2-Nonenoic Acid; 2-Nonylene-1-carboxylic Acid; α-Nonenoic Acid; Pelargonic Acid, 2-ene-; 2-Nonenoic Acid, (E)-; 2-Nonen-1-oic Acid; NSC 406913
EINECS	223-169-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Nonenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, isomer purity determination, and verification of physical constants to ensure it meets exacting standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.450 - 1.456
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	0.920 - 0.930
Acid Value	355 - 365 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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