Description

n-Nonanoylmorpholine is a high-purity specialty chemical intermediate, a morpholine amide derivative of nonanoic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty surfactant industries for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a lipophilic morpholine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity and formulation stability.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Serves as an effective component in industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids to protect ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Specialty Surfactant & Emulsifier: Acts as a non-ionic surfactant intermediate for creating products with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) values.
• Polymer Additive: Employed as a catalyst or curing agent in polyurethane and epoxy resin systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research for amidation reactions and the introduction of the morpholine group.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Nonanoylmorpholine
CAS No.	5299-64-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	227.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Nonanoylmorpholine; Morpholino nonanone; 4-Nonanoylmorpholine; Pelargonoylmorpholine; N-Pelargonoylmorpholine; N-Nonanoylmorpholine; 1-Morpholinononan-1-one
EINECS	226-138-7

Quality Control

Our n-Nonanoylmorpholine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent purity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.4680 - 1.4720
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/cm³

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