Description

3-Penten-2-One Semicarbazone is a high-purity organic intermediate and analytical reagent, specifically a semicarbazone derivative of an unsaturated ketone. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in organic synthesis and as a key reagent in analytical chemistry for the identification and quantification of carbonyl compounds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of complex molecules, heterocyclic compounds, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those containing nitrogen heterocycles.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used for the derivatization, identification, and quantitative analysis of aldehydes and ketones via semicarbazone formation, facilitating separation and detection in chromatographic methods.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research-scale and process chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures, leveraging its reactive carbonyl and hydrazine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in the development and synthesis of new agrochemicals, such as herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the synthesis of polymers, ligands for metal complexes, and other advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Penten-2-One Semicarbazone
CAS No.	16983-59-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11N3O
Molecular Weight	141.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Penten-2-one, semicarbazone; 3-Penten-2-one semicarbazide; 1-(1-Methyl-2-butenylidene)semicarbazide; (E)-1-(1-Methylbut-2-en-1-ylidene)semicarbazide; 3-Penten-2-one, 2-semicarbazone; Semicarbazone of 3-penten-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Penten-2-One Semicarbazone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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