1-nonanol

1-Nonanol (CAS 143-08-8), also known as nonyl alcohol, is a medium-chain fatty alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient, flavoring agent, and chemical intermediate. FEMA 2789.

Where is 1-nonanol used?

• Food and beverage: flavoring agent contributing floral and fatty notes to citrus drinks, dairy flavors, and baked goods
• Personal care: emollient and emulsifier component in skin creams and lotions
• Hair care: aids dispersion of active ingredients
• Coatings and industrial chemistry: solvent modifier and surface wetting agent improving substrate adhesion and film formation
• It also acts as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of plasticizers, surfactants, and specialty esters for adhesive and sealant applications.

Good to know: Food-grade material meeting FEMA specifications is available for flavor and fragrance applications; technical-grade product is standard for industrial and coating end uses.

Commercial specifications

• Drum and IBC quantities
• Batches tested for purity