Isocaprylic Acid (6-Methylheptanoic Acid)

Overview

Isocaprylic acid, also known as 6-methylheptanoic acid, is a branched-chain C8 carboxylic acid with CAS number 929-10-2. It is supplied as a liquid and is used in selected organic synthesis and research applications.

Applications include preparing 6-methylheptanoyl chloride and investigating synthetic routes to biologically active compounds. Product selection should consider the required purity and impurity profile for the intended reaction.

Typical Specifications

The purity shown is a commercial grade reference. Final purity, analytical method and any additional impurity limits are confirmed with the quotation and batch Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Applications

Organic Synthesis

6-Methylheptanoic acid is used as a carboxylic acid building block in selected synthetic routes, including the preparation of 6-methylheptanoyl chloride.

Pharmaceutical Synthesis Research

It has been used as a reagent in the preparation of eponemycin analogues. Suitability depends on the synthesis route, material purity and experimental requirements.

Packaging and Storage

Packaging material and net weight are confirmed according to the proposed grade and order quantity.

Store in tightly closed containers in a cool location, away from strong oxidizing agents. Follow the storage and handling instructions in the supplied Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is isocaprylic acid?

In fatty acid nomenclature, isocaprylic acid refers to 6-methylheptanoic acid. The product described on this page uses CAS number 929-10-2.

Is it the same as 2-ethylhexanoic acid?

No. 6-Methylheptanoic acid and 2-ethylhexanoic acid have different molecular structures. Confirm the chemical name and CAS number when ordering, as commercial naming can be inconsistent.

What should buyers confirm before ordering?

Confirm the chemical identity, required purity, analytical method, impurity requirements and packaging. Request the product specification, COA and SDS for the proposed supply.

Contact Aozun

For an isocaprylic acid quotation, please provide the required chemical identity, purity, order quantity, packaging and destination. Please specify 6-methylheptanoic acid, CAS 929-10-2, to avoid confusion with similarly named products.

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