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4-Methyloctanoic acid

CAS No.:54947-74-9
Product Grade: Food Grade
Purity / Assay: 98% min
Molecular Formula:C₉H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight:158.24 g/mol
Synonym(s):4-Methylcaprylic acid, Hircinoic acid, Octanoic acid 4-methyl-

4-Methyloctanoic acid (CAS: 54947-74-9) is a branched-chain fatty acid that presents as a clear, colourless liquid characterized by a distinct goat, costus, and mutton-like odour. This specialized organic compound is recognized for its potent and unique sensory attributes, which are highly sought after in the creation of specific flavour and fragrance profiles. The product is manufactured under strict quality controls to ensure the consistency of its complex aromatic properties.

Commercially, 4-Methyloctanoic acid is primarily utilized as a flavouring agent and fragrance ingredient. Its ability to impart rich, animalic, and earthy notes makes it a valuable tool for flavourists and perfumers aiming to add depth and authenticity to their formulations. The compound is an essential component in advanced compounding, where precise sensory impact is critical to product success.

– Functions as a highly specialized and potent flavouring agent within the food industry, specifically utilized to impart rich, earthy, and distinctively animalic notes to savoury formulations, gravies, and advanced meat analog products.
– Serves as a key and impactful fragrance ingredient in the professional perfumery sector, where its unique costus and mutton-like olfactory profile adds profound depth, warmth, and complex character to premium fine fragrances.
– Applied extensively in the meticulous development of specialized sensory profiles for a wide range of consumer goods, significantly enhancing the overall authenticity, richness, and complexity of the product’s final aroma and taste.
– Utilized as a highly valuable and reactive chemical intermediate in the advanced synthesis of more complex aroma chemicals, thereby actively supporting ongoing scientific research and innovative development in flavour and fragrance chemistry.

1kg/bottle, 25kg/drum
CAS No.: 54947-74-9

Product Name: 4-Methyloctanoic acid

Purity / Assay:98% min
Molecular Formula:C₉H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight:158.24 g/mol
EINECS No.:259-404-2
Synonym(s):4-Methylcaprylic acid, Hircinoic acid, Octanoic acid 4-methyl-

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