Description

3-Cyclohepten-1-One is a versatile seven-membered cyclic enone, a valuable building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique ring structure and ketone functionality, enabling its use as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a seven-membered carbocyclic framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its cyclic structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the creation of musk-like odorants and other complex aroma chemicals due to its ketone moiety and ring size.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and specialty chemicals, where it can function as a cross-linking agent or a monomer modifier.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in methodological organic chemistry for studying ring-expansion reactions, conjugate additions, and cycloadditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyclohepten-1-One
CAS No.	1121-64-8
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohept-3-en-1-one; 3-Cycloheptenone; 1-Cyclohepten-3-one; 3-Oxocycloheptene; NSC 406911; 3-Cycloheptene-1-one
EINECS	214-340-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyclohepten-1-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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