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7-Methyloctanoic acid

SKU 79402881 CAS 693-19-6 C9H18O2 MW 158.24 Available on enquiry

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7-Methyloctanoic acid is a branched-chain fatty acid used in organic synthesis and fragrance formulation. It appears as a white to off-white solid with a molecular weight of 158.24 g/mol and a molecular formula of C9H18O2. It is stored at ambient temperature and is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies 7-Methyloctanoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
79402881
CAS Number
693-19-6
IUPAC Name
7-methyloctanoic acid
EC Number
248-092-3
Molecular Formula
C9H18O2
Molecular Weight
158.24
Exact Mass
158.1307
SMILES
CC(C)CCCCCC(=O)O
InChIKey
XZOYHFBNQHPJRQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H18O2/c1-8(2)6-4-3-5-7-9(10)11/h8H,3-7H2,1-2H3,(H,10,11)
PubChem CID
33635

Synonyms

  • 7-methyl caprylic acid
  • 7-methyl-octanoate
  • 7-Methylcaprylate
  • isononanate
  • isononanoate
  • ISONONANOIC ACID
  • Isononylic acid
  • isopelargonate
  • isopelargonic acid
  • Octanoic acid, 7-methyl-

Frequently asked questions

What is 7-Methyloctanoic acid used for?

It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fragrances.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 7-Methyloctanoic acid?

The formula is C9H18O2 with a molecular weight of 158.24 g/mol.

How should 7-Methyloctanoic acid be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.

What grade of 7-Methyloctanoic acid is available?

Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply 7-Methyloctanoic acid in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of 7-Methyloctanoic acid?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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