Description

Pent-4-Yn-3-One, 2-Methyl- is a highly versatile alkyne-containing ketone, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a carbonyl and an alkyne functional group, makes it an invaluable precursor for constructing complex heterocycles and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring alkyne or ketone functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create new active compounds.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodology development for click chemistry, cycloaddition reactions, and other catalytic transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pent-4-Yn-3-One, 2-Methyl-
CAS No.	13531-82-3
Molecular Formula	C6H8O
Molecular Weight	96.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpent-4-yn-3-one; 4-Pentyn-3-one, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-4-pentyn-3-one; 3-Pentyn-2-one, 4-methyl-; Methyl pentynyl ketone; 2-Methyl-3-pentyn-2-ol (tautomer reference); 1-Methyl-2-butynyl methyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our Pent-4-Yn-3-One, 2-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of our global B2B partners in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and at a consistent temperature, ideally between 15-25°C. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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