Description

1,4-Pentadien-3-One is a highly reactive, unsaturated ketone with a conjugated diene system, making it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure is pivotal for constructing complex molecular frameworks, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research chemists and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking to introduce specific functional groups and ring systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds containing cyclic or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions in custom synthesis and R&D laboratories.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the research and development of specialty polymers, coatings, and functional materials requiring specific unsaturated ketone functionalities.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Pentadien-3-One
CAS No.	1890-28-4
Molecular Formula	C5H6O
Molecular Weight	82.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Divinyl ketone; 1,4-Pentadiene-3-one; Pentadienone; Vinyl ketone; Divinylketone; 3-Penten-1-one-5-ene; 3-Oxo-1,4-pentadiene
EINECS	217-560-3

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Pentadien-3-One is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C or as specified). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, segregated from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.