Description

3-Ethyl-2-Methylnon-2-Enoic Acid is a specialized, branched-chain unsaturated carboxylic acid. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by its alkyl-substituted structure. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex aliphatic acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing esters and other derivatives with specific olfactory properties.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional side chains into polymers to alter physical properties like flexibility, hydrophobicity, or adhesion.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-Methylnon-2-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	71850-80-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-ethylnon-2-enoic acid; 2-Nonenoic acid, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-; 3-Ethyl-2-methyl-2-nonenoic acid; (E/Z)-3-Ethyl-2-methylnon-2-enoic acid; α-Methyl-β-ethylnon-2-enoic acid; Branched C12 unsaturated acid; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Ethyl-2-Methylnon-2-Enoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	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.