Description

9-Decene-1,2-Diol is a valuable long-chain aliphatic diol featuring both terminal unsaturation and vicinal hydroxyl groups, offering a unique bifunctional reactivity profile. This compound serves as a versatile chemical intermediate, enabling the synthesis of specialty polymers, surfactants, and fine chemicals through reactions at both the double bond and the hydroxyl moieties. It is particularly relevant for R&D and production in the polymer, lubricant additive, and specialty surfactant industries seeking to incorporate both olefinic and diol functionality into their products.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a chain extender, crosslinker, or comonomer in polyurethane, polyester, and polyether synthesis, imparting flexibility and specific reactive sites.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Used to synthesize non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers with tailored hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) for industrial and agrochemical formulations.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Serves as a precursor for additives that improve viscosity index, provide detergency, or act as corrosion inhibitors.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for creating complex molecules via epoxidation, esterification, or etherification reactions.
• Coating & Adhesive Formulations: Incorporated into alkyd resins and other coating systems to enhance adhesion, flexibility, and curing properties.
• Plasticizer Production: Utilized in the manufacture of polymeric plasticizers for PVC and other polymers, offering potential for improved low-temperature performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Decene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	85866-05-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Decene-1,2-diol; 1,2-Decenediol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-9-decene; 9-Decen-1,2-diol; vic-9-Decene-1,2-diol; (9Z)-9-Decene-1,2-diol (if applicable to isomer); Dec-9-ene-1,2-diol
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Quality Control

Our 9-Decene-1,2-Diol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing specifications for assay, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with every shipment. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and prolong shelf-life. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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