Nonene

　　Main Uses

　　Chemical Intermediate

　　It is the primary raw material for the synthesis of nonanol (via hydration reaction: 1-nonene and water undergo addition under the action of a catalyst to generate nonanol). Nonanol can be further used to prepare nonanoate esters (plasticizers, lubricants), surfactants, etc.

　　It undergoes oxidation reactions to produce nonenal and nonenoic acid, which are used in the synthesis of intermediates for fragrances and detergents.

　　Polymer Monomer and Lubricating Oil

　　Used as a comonomer to copolymerize with other olefins (such as ethylene) to improve the flexibility and processability of the polymer.

　　It generates polyalpha-olefins (PAO) through oligomerization reactions (such as trimerization and tetramerization), serving as a base oil for synthetic lubricants. It possesses good low-temperature fluidity and oxidation resistance, and is used for the lubrication of precision machinery or high-temperature equipment.

　　Other Applications

　　Used as a solvent in organic synthesis reactions or in the coatings and ink industries.

　　Used in the preparation of nonylphenol (although its application is limited due to environmental concerns, it was once an important raw material for surfactants).

CAS NO: 124-11-8

EC NO: 204-681-7

Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₈

Molecular Weight: 126.2392

Alias: ;1-Nonene;

Structural Formula: