Description

4,6-Decadiyne CAS NO 16387-71-6 is a highly versatile, straight-chain alkyne compound characterized by its conjugated diyne structure. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular frameworks and novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates, leveraging its reactive triple bonds for cycloaddition and coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its diyne unit can be incorporated into active ingredients.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for conjugated polymers and advanced carbon-based materials with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions, [2+2] cycloadditions, and Sonogashira cross-coupling to create complex organic structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Incorporated into molecular probes and tags for bio-conjugation and labeling studies due to its bio-orthogonal reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Decadiyne
CAS No.	16387-71-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₄
Molecular Weight	134.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Deca-4,6-diyne; 4,6-Decadiyne; 4,6-Dodecadiyne (common misnomer, correct is Decadiyne); 1,2-Diethyl-1,2-diethynylethene (structural descriptor); Straight-chain C10 diyne
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4,6-Decadiyne is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, 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 compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place, preferably at 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The container must be kept tightly sealed in an upright position.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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