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2,6,8-Trimethylnonan-4-ol (Trimethylnonanol)

CAS 123-17-1 · Formula C12H26O · MW 186.33 g/mol

A branched, hindered C12 alcohol used as a feedstock building block in surfactant chemistry. Branched alcohols of this structure are used industrially as intermediates, including as hydrophobe feedstock for nonionic (alkoxylated) surfactants.

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HS Code
2905.19
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Solvency · Defoaming / Foam Control
Functional Roles
Solvency Defoaming / Foam Control Synthesis Intermediate
Industries Served
Industrial Manufacturing
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Chemical intermediate: Building block in specialty synthesis.
  • ▸ Surfactant hydrophobe: Feedstock for branched nonionic surfactants.
Physical Properties
Physical Description
Liquid
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2905 . 19
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.05
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2905.19
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
123-17-1
Molecular Formula
C12H26O
Molecular Weight
186.33 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2,6,8-trimethylnonan-4-ol
PubChem CID
61056
InChI Key
LFEHSRSSAGQWNI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
2,6,8-Trimethyl-4-nonanol 4-NONANOL, 2,6,8-TRIMETHYL- 4-Hydroxy-2,6,8-trimethylnonane 2,4,8-Trimethyl-6-nonanol 2,6,8-Trimethylnonanol-4 2,6,8-Trimethylnonan-4-ol 4-Nonanol,2,6,8-trimethyl-
Full Description

2,6,8-Trimethylnonan-4-ol (CAS 123-17-1) is a branched, saturated C12 secondary alcohol. Branched alcohols of this structure are used industrially as intermediates, including as hydrophobe feedstock for nonionic (alkoxylated) surfactants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 2,6,8-trimethylnonan-4-ol?

2,6,8-Trimethylnonan-4-ol (CAS 123-17-1, C12H26O) is a branched, saturated C12 secondary alcohol. Branched alcohols of this structure are used industrially as intermediates. RawSource supplies it in bulk to chemical manufacturers and formulators.

What is 2,6,8-trimethylnonan-4-ol used for?

It is used as a chemical intermediate and building block in specialty synthesis, and as a hydrophobe feedstock for branched nonionic (alkoxylated) surfactants. Suitability for a given derivative or surfactant route should be confirmed against your own specifications.

Is 2,6,8-trimethylnonan-4-ol an alcohol?

Yes. It is a branched saturated secondary monohydric alcohol with the hydroxyl on the 4-position of a trimethyl-substituted nonane chain, formula C12H26O. Its branching is what makes it useful as a hydrophobe in branched-surfactant synthesis.

What CAS number and HS code apply to 2,6,8-trimethylnonan-4-ol?

The CAS number is 123-17-1. It classifies under HS 2905.19 (saturated monohydric acyclic alcohols, other). Confirm the destination tariff line with your customs broker.

How is bulk 2,6,8-trimethylnonan-4-ol supplied and quoted?

RawSource supplies it in industrial bulk packaging (drums, totes, and IBCs) to manufacturers. Pricing is volume- and grade-dependent, so request a bulk quote with your target quantity and purity requirement; CoA and SDS are provided with each shipment.

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