6682. (p-Nonylphenoxy)acetic Acid

Nomenclature

CAS number: 3115-49-9
C17H26O3; mol wt 278.39.
C 73.34%, H 9.41%, O 17.24%.

Description and references

Prepd by the reaction of sodium chloroacetate with nonyl phenol in alkaline medium: Preston, GB 812938 and Preston, Taylor, GB 831883 (1959, 1960, to I.C.I.).

Chemical structure

Properties

Liquid. d420 1.010-1.025. Viscosity (30°): 5200 cP. Flow pt 5°. Practically insol in water. Miscible with benzene, mineral oil, kerosene, petr ether.

Use

Corrosion inhibitor and antifoaming agent in gasoline and cutting oils.