nonan4ol

Nonan-4-ol is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C9H20O. It is a type of alcohol, specifically an isomer of nonanol, meaning it has the same chemical formula as other nonanol isomers but a different structural arrangement. In nonan-4-ol, the hydroxyl (-OH) group is attached to the fourth carbon atom of a nine-carbon chain.

This compound is a colorless liquid at room temperature and has a distinct odor. Like other higher alcohols, it is generally considered to be poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Nonan-4-ol can be synthesized through various organic chemistry reactions, such as the reduction of nonan-4-one or through Grignard reactions.

While specific large-scale industrial applications for nonan-4-ol itself are not widely documented, it belongs to the class of fatty alcohols. Fatty alcohols find use in a variety of products, including surfactants, plasticizers, lubricants, and cosmetics. It may also serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals. Further research and specific industrial processes would determine its precise role and utility.