Description

(S)-4-Nonanol is a chiral, non-racemic secondary alcohol of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fragrances. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors for its utility in asymmetric synthesis and as a precursor to more complex molecules.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a key building block for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Agrochemical Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of chiral pesticides and herbicides, where biological activity is often stereospecific.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Employed in the development of high-value aroma chemicals and flavoring agents, contributing nuanced olfactory characteristics.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Material Synthesis: Acts as a chiral dopant or synthetic precursor in the production of liquid crystals and other functional organic materials.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Utilized as a standard or substrate in academic and industrial research focused on developing new asymmetric reactions and catalysts.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile reagent for introducing the nonyl chain with defined chirality into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-4-Nonanol
CAS No.	52708-03-9
Molecular Formula	C9H20O
Molecular Weight	144.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-Nonanol; (S)-Nonan-4-ol; (S)-(+)-4-Nonanol; L-4-Nonanol; (4S)-Nonan-4-ol; 4-Nonanol, (S)-; 1-Ethyl-1-hexanol (chiral); (S)-4-Hydroxynonane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-4-Nonanol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enantiomeric purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as chemical identity, assay, enantiomeric excess (e.e.), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated industries.

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 and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% e.e.
Specific Rotation [α]D20	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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