Description

2,4-Dimethyl-1,3-pentadiene is a highly versatile, branched-chain diene monomer. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in specialty polymer synthesis and organic synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to its conjugated double-bond system. Industries such as advanced materials research, specialty elastomers, and fine chemical manufacturing need it to develop products with tailored properties like improved thermal stability and specific molecular architectures.

Application

• Specialty Polymer & Elastomer Synthesis: Serves as a comonomer for producing polymers with specific chain branching, influencing flexibility, glass transition temperature, and resilience.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: Used in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex cyclic and polycyclic structures for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Hydrocarbon Resin Production: Acts as a reactive component in the manufacture of tackifying and modifying resins for adhesives and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and catalytic processes.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive Precursor: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty additives designed to improve performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-1,3-pentadiene
CAS No.	1000-86-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12
Molecular Weight	96.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylpenta-1,3-diene; 1,3-Pentadiene, 2,4-dimethyl-; Diisopropenylmethane; 2,4-Dimethyl-1,3-pentadiene; 2,4-Dimethylpentadiene; UNII-8V71L1X0Q5
EINECS	213-687-6

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-1,3-pentadiene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and ignition points. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.