Description

2-Methylhexanoic Anhydride is a specialized organic acid anhydride derived from 2-methylhexanoic acid. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role as an efficient acylating agent in the synthesis of esters, amides, and other fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polyesters and polyamides.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of specific ester compounds used in flavors and perfumes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as an acylating agent in laboratory and industrial-scale organic reactions to introduce the 2-methylhexanoyl moiety.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Used in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and as an intermediate for certain plasticizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylhexanoic Anhydride
CAS No.	40607-84-9
Molecular Formula	C14H26O3
Molecular Weight	242.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylcaproic Anhydride; 2-Methylhexanoic Acid Anhydride; Hexanoic acid, 2-methyl-, anhydride; Di(2-methylhexanoyl) oxide; 2-Methylhexanoyl anhydride; Anhydride of 2-methylhexanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylhexanoic Anhydride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Free Acid (as 2-Methylhexanoic Acid)	≤ 1.0%

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