4-Methyl-3-heptanol, erythro + threo, 99%
4-Methyl-3-heptanol, erythro + threo, 99%
4-Methyl-3-heptanol, erythro + threo, 99%
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4-Methyl-3-heptanol, erythro + threo, 99%

CAS: 14979-39-6 | C8H18O | 130.231 g/mol
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS14979-39-6
IUPAC Name4-methylheptan-3-ol
Molecular FormulaC8H18O
InChI KeyBKQICAFAUMRYLZ-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILESCCCC(C)C(O)CC
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SpecificationsSpecification SheetSpecification Sheet
Refractive Index1.4290-1.4320 @ 20?C
Appearance (Color)Clear colorless
Assay (GC)≥98.5%
FormLiquid
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Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone. Slightly soluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool, dry place in a well sealed container. Store away from oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

General References:

  1. S. Steghaus-Kovâc; U. Maschwitz; A. B. Attygalle; R. T. S. Frighetto; N. Frighetto; O. Vostrowsky; H. J. Bestmann. Trail-following responses ofLeptogenys diminuta to stereoisomers of 4-methyl-3-heptanol. Experientia. 1992, 42 (7), 690-694.
  2. R.G. Riley1; R.M. Silverstein; J.C. Moser. Isolation, identification, synthesis and biological activity of volatile compounds from the heads of Atta ants. Journal of Insect Physiology. 1974, 20 (8), 1629-1637.