Description

cis-5-Methyl-2-Hexene is a high-purity, highly volatile olefinic compound with the CAS number 13151-17-2. This specialized alkene serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise structural control for complex molecule construction. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research, process development, and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile building block in Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenations, and other catalytic processes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the research and development of novel polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A critical reagent for academic and industrial research in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-5-Methyl-2-Hexene
CAS No.	13151-17-2
Molecular Formula	C7H14
Molecular Weight	98.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-5-Methyl-2-hexene; (Z)-5-Methylhex-2-ene; 5-Methyl-cis-2-hexene; 2-Hexene, 5-methyl-, (Z)-; 5-Methyl-2-hexene (cis-); (2Z)-5-Methyl-2-hexene
EINECS	236-122-5

Quality Control

Our cis-5-Methyl-2-Hexene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential degradation. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C (cold chain) for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (cis-)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.05%

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