Description

Oct-4-En-3-One is a high-purity, unsaturated ketone with the CAS number 14129-48-7, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance component. Its unique structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a key intermediate or aroma chemical in the synthesis of complex fruity, green, or floral notes for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its reactive carbonyl and alkene functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the production of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial chemists in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and advanced polymer precursors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oct-4-En-3-One
CAS No.	14129-48-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Octen-3-one; (E)-4-Octen-3-one; (Z)-4-Octen-3-one; trans-4-Octen-3-one; cis-4-Octen-3-one; 3-Octen-2-one (isomer); Unsaturated C8 ketone
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Quality Control

Our Oct-4-En-3-One is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (area percentage)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.450

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