Molekula
4-Methyl-5-nonanol
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
4-Methyl-5-nonanol is a branched-chain secondary alcohol known as ferrugineol, the aggregation pheromone of the red palm weevil, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus. It is used in pheromone lures and traps for monitoring and mass-trapping of red palm weevils and related palm weevil species. Available in 100g, 500g, and 1kg packaging, it has a molecular weight of 158.28 g/mol, a CAS number of 154170-44-2, and is stored at ambient temperatures. It carries a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies 4-Methyl-5-nonanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — $115.30 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.435 - 1.439 |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Specific Gravity | 0.829 - 0.834 |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Main Isomer Value | ≥ 60.0% |
| Secondary Isomer Value | 0.1 - 40.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 74384134 |
| CAS Number | 154170-44-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-methylnonan-5-ol |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)2CH(CH3)CH(OH)(CH2)3CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 158.28 |
| Exact Mass | 158.1671 |
| SMILES | CCCCC(C(C)CCC)O |
| InChIKey | MBZNNOPVFZCHID-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H22O/c1-4-6-8-10(11)9(3)7-5-2/h9-11H,4-8H2,1-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 3025865 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2905199090 |
| Tariff Code | 2905190098 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 4-methylnonan-5-ol
- 5-Nonanol, 4-methyl-
- Ferrolure
- MBZNNOPVFZCHID-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Methyl-5-nonanol used for?
It is the aggregation pheromone (ferrugineol) of the red palm weevil, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus, and related palm weevil species, and is used in pheromone lures for monitoring and mass-trapping these pests.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl-5-nonanol?
The formula is CH3(CH2)2CH(CH3)CH(OH)(CH2)3CH3 with a molecular weight of 158.28 g/mol.
How should 4-Methyl-5-nonanol be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from light and moisture, in a tightly closed container.
What grade of 4-Methyl-5-nonanol does Molekula supply?
We supply 4-Methyl-5-nonanol in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply 4-Methyl-5-nonanol in bulk?
Yes, we can supply 4-Methyl-5-nonanol in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 4-Methyl-5-nonanol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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