Description

1,3-Cyclododecadiene, (E,Z)- is a high-purity, unsaturated cyclic diene with the CAS number 1129-92-6. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its specific stereochemistry and reactivity. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers for the development of specialty chemicals, including fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex macrocyclic compounds, lactones, and musk fragrance precursors.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the R&D of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific cyclic structures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A critical precursor in the synthesis of high-value macrocyclic musks and other aroma chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands and catalysts in transition metal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Cyclododecadiene, (E,Z)-
CAS No.	1129-92-6
Molecular Formula	C12H20
Molecular Weight	164.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(1E,3Z)-1,3-Cyclododecadiene; (E,Z)-1,3-Cyclododecadiene; trans,cis-1,3-Cyclododecadiene; 1,3-Cyclododecadiene; Cyclododeca-1,3-diene; 1,3-CDD
EINECS	214-456-5

Quality Control

Every batch of 1,3-Cyclododecadiene, (E,Z)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0% (sum of (E,Z) and (Z,Z) isomers)
Purity (GC, main isomer)	≥ 90.0% ((E,Z)-1,3-Cyclododecadiene)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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