Pelargonic Acid's Odd-Chain Length
Offers Performance Benefits
EMERY® Pelargonic Acid (Nonanoic Acid, Monocarboxylic Acid)
Our EMERY® brand pelargonic acid offers unique performance advantages due to its odd-chain structure - delivering superior functionality across a range of applications compared to shorter-chain fatty acids. As a pioneer and a market leader in the commercial development of pelargonic acid - also known as nonanoic acid or monocarboxylic acid - our EMERY line of pelargonic acids showcases high-performance solutions derived from natural, renewable sources. Backed by over 70 years of innovation, EMERY pelargonic acids deliver proven reliability and sustainability for today's demanding applications.
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 USDA Certified 100% Biobased |
| 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.