Description

6-Methyl-1,6-Heptadiene is a highly versatile, branched-chain diene with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two reactive double bonds, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring tailored hydrocarbon intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with specific properties like flexibility or chemical resistance.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of terpene-like compounds for high-value aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Diels-Alder reactions, hydroformylation, and other catalytic processes to construct complex organic molecules.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-1,6-Heptadiene
CAS No.	13643-06-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14
Molecular Weight	110.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Heptadiene, 6-methyl-; 6-Methylhepta-1,6-diene; 2-Methylene-6-methyl-1-hexene; 6-Methyl-1,6-heptadiene; 6-Methylhepta-1,6-diene; 1,6-Heptadiene,6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-1,6-heptadiene (mixture of isomers)
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-1,6-Heptadiene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.