Description

3-Butylheptanoic Acid is a branched-chain fatty acid derivative with a unique carbon skeleton, offering versatility as a chemical intermediate. Its structure makes it valuable for synthesizing specialized compounds where specific alkyl chain length and branching are required for performance. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for lipid-soluble compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for producing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Employed in the manufacture of high-performance esters and additives that improve viscosity and stability.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with specific flexibility, hydrophobicity, or compatibility.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as an intermediate for synthesizing esters and other compounds used in specialty aroma chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic synthesis for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butylheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	58888-90-7
Molecular Formula	C11H22O2
Molecular Weight	186.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Butylheptanoic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 3-butyl-; 3-n-Butylheptanoic acid; Butylheptanoic acid; 58888-90-7; 3-Butyl enanthic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Butylheptanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in synthesis and manufacturing.

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 oxidizers, bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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