Description

2,4-Cycloheptadien-1-One is a versatile seven-membered cyclic dienone, a key building block in organic synthesis. Its unique conjugated system makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular frameworks, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. This compound is essential for chemists and R&D teams in fine chemical, agrochemical, and academic research sectors seeking to develop novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and bioactive compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or precursor for specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals due to its ketone functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Cycloheptadien-1-One
CAS No.	1901-34-4
Molecular Formula	C7H8O
Molecular Weight	108.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Cycloheptadienone; Tropone; 2,4-Cycloheptadien-1-one; Cyclohepta-2,4-dien-1-one; 1-Oxocyclohepta-2,4-diene; 2,4-Dihydroxycycloheptadienone (tautomer); Ketocycloheptadiene
EINECS	217-590-8

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Cycloheptadien-1-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.