Description

(S)-(+)-2-Nonanol is a high-purity chiral secondary alcohol, specifically the (S)-enantiomer of 2-nonanol. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chiral building block and flavor/fragrance intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require enantiomerically pure materials for research, process development, and high-value product formulation.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where stereochemistry is critical for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for the production of enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Imparts unique olfactory characteristics; used in the creation of sophisticated, high-end fragrance compositions and flavoring agents.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Material Synthesis: Acts as a chiral dopant or building block in the development of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other functional organic materials.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Employed in the research and preparation of chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies and chiral compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-2-Nonanol
CAS No.	70419-06-6
Molecular Formula	C₉H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	144.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Nonanol; (S)-(+)-2-Nonyl alcohol; (2S)-Nonan-2-ol; (S)-2-Hydroxynonane; L-2-Nonanol; (+)-(S)-2-Nonanol; sec-Nonyl alcohol, (S)-form; (S)-sec-Nonyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-2-Nonanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (assay), enantiomeric excess (ee), and specific impurity profiles is 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, 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)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Optical Rotation [α]	+10.0° to +12.0° (c=1, EtOH)
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.815 - 0.825

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