Pelargonic Acid's Odd-Chain Length
Offers Performance Benefits
EMERY® Pelargonic Acid (Nonanoic Acid)
Our EMERY® brand pelargonic acid derives unique performance characteristics from its odd-chain length – providing definite advantages in many applications over short-chain fatty acids. As a pioneer in the commercial development of pelargonic acid, also known as nonanoic acid, our company's current line of EMERY pelargonic acids is the result of over 70 years of research and development.
Benefits include:
- good water solubility,
- insoluble in most organic solvents,
- lower foaming characteristics,
- lower-temperature fluidity, and
- low melting points.
Applications:
- Lubricant base stocks
- Metalworking (Corrosion inhibitors)
- Esters
- Industrial and Institutional Cleaning
- Fragrances
- Animal feed
- Personal Care
- Agriculture (Herbicides)*
| Product Name | Iodine Value | Acid Value | Color, % Trans. (440/550 nm) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMERY® 1202 Request TDS | 0.5 max. | 345-355 | 90/99 min. | Pelargonic Acid |
| EMERY® 1210 Request TDS | 1.5 max. | 400-430 | 80/96 min. | Pelargonic Acid - a mixture of C6, C7, C8 and C9 monocarboxylic acids |
*Herbicides for Weed Control
We also offer pelargonic acid as a natural-based solution for use in agricultural applications as a bioherbicide for weed control. To learn more about our EMERION® W 90 PA, EMERION® W 90 PA TG, and EMERION® W 90 PA MUP pelargonic acids that are certified 100% biobased by the USDA BioPreferred® Program, visit https://www.emeryoleo.com/agro-green/weed-control-bioherbicides
Contact us today for more information or to request a sample to begin enhancing the performance of your formulations.