Description

Nonyl 2-Methylisocrotonate is a specialized ester compound, recognized by the CAS registry number 83783-79-3. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique structural properties that enable specific chemical transformations. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like flexibility or adhesion.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in research laboratories for Michael addition reactions and other carbon-carbon bond forming processes.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Incorporated in specialty formulations to modify performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nonyl 2-Methylisocrotonate
CAS No.	83783-79-3
Molecular Formula	C14H26O2
Molecular Weight	226.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-butenoic acid nonyl ester; Nonyl 2-methylcrotonate; Tiglic acid nonyl ester; Nonyl tiglate; 3-Methylcrotonic acid nonyl ester; Nonyl 3-methyl-2-butenoate
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Quality Control

Our Nonyl 2-Methylisocrotonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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