Description

3-Hydroxynonyl Formate is a specialized organic ester compound with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and a formate ester group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This product is particularly relevant for industries requiring high-purity intermediates for the production of fragrances, plasticizers, and performance chemicals. We supply this material to meet the stringent quality and reliability demands of global B2B partners.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its ester functionality.
• Plasticizer Precursor: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of specialized plasticizers for polymer applications.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a building block in the creation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Lubricant and Surfactant Additive: Employed in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and specialty surfactants.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized as a reagent in organic synthesis and material science research.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Used in the production of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxynonyl Formate
CAS No.	68227-53-2
Molecular Formula	C10H20O3
Molecular Weight	188.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Nonan-3-ol formate; 3-Nonyl formate; 3-Hydroxynonyl methanoate; Formic acid 3-hydroxy-nonyl ester; 3-Nonyl alcohol formate; 3-HNF; 1-Hydroxy-3-formyloxynonane
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxynonyl Formate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability, though short-term storage at 15-25°C is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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