Description

Methyl 9-Oxo-9-Phenylnonanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, identified by CAS NO 74412-99-0, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a phenyl ketone moiety and an ester terminus, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a lipophilic phenyl ketone linker.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific carbon chain length and ketone group are beneficial.
• Fragrance & Flavor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specific aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance and flavor formulations.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies, including conjugate additions and carbonyl chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing tailored chemical entities for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 9-Oxo-9-Phenylnonanoate
CAS No.	74412-99-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₂O₃
Molecular Weight	262.34 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Oxo-9-phenylnonanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 9-oxo-9-phenylnonanoate; 9-Phenylnonanoic acid, 9-oxo-, methyl ester; Nonanoic acid, 9-oxo-9-phenyl-, methyl ester; Methyl ω-oxo-ω-phenylnonanoate; Methyl 9-phenyl-9-oxononanoate; ω-Oxo-ω-phenylnonanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 9-Oxo-9-Phenylnonanoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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