Description

Ethyl 4-Pentenoate is a versatile unsaturated ester characterized by its terminal alkene functionality. This compound is a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, prized for its reactivity in addition and polymerization reactions. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the production of active ingredients, fragrances, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the creation of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a precursor for esters and other compounds used in flavor and fragrance formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Michael additions, cross-coupling reactions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes in R&D and fine chemical production.
• Chemical Research: Used as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Pentenoate
CAS No.	1968-40-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl pent-4-enoate; Ethyl allylacetate; Allylacetic acid ethyl ester; 4-Penten-1-oic acid, ethyl ester; NSC 66427; UNII-6K3F8P8X6M
EINECS	217-822-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Pentenoate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be highly volatile.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.418 - 1.422
Density (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920 g/mL

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