Description

3-Hydroxy-6-Methyloctanoic Acid is a versatile branched-chain hydroxy fatty acid that serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a carboxylic acid functionality, makes it a critical precursor for the production of complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. This compound is particularly sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of bioactive molecules, including potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereoisomers.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for the creation of complex, naturally-derived aroma compounds and flavorants.
• Specialty Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for producing polyesters and other polymers with tailored properties like biodegradability or specific tacticity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying asymmetric synthesis, catalysis, and the development of new synthetic methodologies.
• Liquid Crystal and Material Science: A potential intermediate for synthesizing chiral dopants and advanced organic materials with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-6-Methyloctanoic Acid
CAS No.	59896-39-8
Molecular Formula	C9H18O3
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-3-hydroxyoctanoic acid; (R/S)-3-Hydroxy-6-methyloctanoic acid; 3-Hydroxy-6-methyl-octanoic acid; β-Hydroxy-6-methyloctanoic acid; 3-Hydroxy-6-methylcaprylic acid; Hydroxymethyloctanoic acid; 59896-39-8 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-6-Methyloctanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (if applicable), and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specified enantiomer ratio available (Contact for details)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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