Description

4-Octenoic Acid is a versatile medium-chain unsaturated fatty acid derivative with significant utility in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure, featuring a terminal double bond and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules, including flavors, fragrances, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the fine chemicals, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into their products.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of more complex organic compounds, including esters, amides, and other derivatives.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used in the production of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents, contributing to fruity or fatty notes.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers and resins, where its unsaturation allows for cross-linking or further modification.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides as an intermediate to introduce specific alkyl chain properties.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in medicinal chemistry for the development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Lubricant Additives: Can be used to synthesize derivatives that function as friction modifiers or corrosion inhibitors in advanced lubricant formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Octenoic Acid
CAS No.	18294-89-8
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-Octenoic Acid; (E)-4-Octenoic Acid; 4-Octensaeure; 4-Octenic Acid; 4-Octen-1-oic Acid; 4-Octenoic acid, (E)-; 4-Octenoic acid, (4E)-; 4-Octenoic acid, predominantly trans
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Quality Control

Our 4-Octenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, isomer content, and impurity profiles.

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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, although the product is stable at room temperature for shorter periods. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Content (trans-4-)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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