Description

1-Penten-3-One, 1,4-Dichloro- is a specialized chlorinated ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile electrophilic intermediate, enabling the introduction of both ketone and dichloroalkene functionalities into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing reactive handles for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its dichloroalkene moiety can be critical for biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile electrophile in Michael additions, nucleophilic substitutions, and cyclization reactions to create complex heterocycles and alicyclic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals, leveraging its reactive ketone group.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Penten-3-One, 1,4-Dichloro-
CAS No.	15787-80-1
Molecular Formula	C5H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	152.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dichloro-1-penten-3-one; 1,4-Dichloropent-1-en-3-one; 3-Penten-2-one, 1,4-dichloro-; 1-Penten-3-one, 1,4-dichloro-; Dichloropentenone
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Quality Control

Our 1-Penten-3-One, 1,4-Dichloro- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, it should be handled with appropriate precautions. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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