1-Nonanol

1-Nonanol/ˈnoʊnənɒl/ is a straight chain fatty alcohol with nine carbon atoms and the molecular formula CH3(CH2)8OH.

It is a colorless oily liquid with a citrus odor similar to citronella oil.

Various esters of nonanol, such as nonyl acetate, are used in perfumery and flavors.

More common than 1-nonanol are its many isomers, including isononyl alcohol, which are typically produced by hydroformylation of octenes.

These alcohol mixtures are used as solvents in paints and as precursors to plasticizers.

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Space-filling model
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NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 1: Exposure would cause irritation but only minor residual injury. E.g. turpentine Flammability 2: Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur. Flash point between 38 and 93 °C (100 and 200 °F). E.g. diesel fuel Instability 0: Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water. E.g. liquid nitrogen Special hazards (white): no code