Description

Hex-2-En-3-Ol CAS NO 16239-11-5 is a versatile unsaturated alcohol with a distinctive chemical structure, serving as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. Its reactive terminal hydroxyl and alkene groups make it a crucial building block for creating more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the agrochemical, fragrance, and specialty polymer sectors seeking to introduce specific functional groups into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific green, fruity, or leafy olfactory notes in perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as adhesives and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions, including allylic substitutions and carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions, for laboratory-scale and process chemistry.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hex-2-En-3-Ol
CAS No.	16239-11-5
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexen-3-ol; 3-Hydroxy-2-hexene; (E)-2-Hexen-3-ol; (Z)-2-Hexen-3-ol; Hex-2-en-3-ol; 2-Hexenol-3; Allylic alcohol derivative; Unsaturated C6 alcohol
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Quality Control

Our Hex-2-En-3-Ol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and HPLC, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Ratio (E/Z)	Specified on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.1%

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