Description

3,4-Dimethyl-2-Hexene is a branched-chain alkene of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block, valued for its specific structural features that enable precise chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries. Our supply ensures high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, supporting critical R&D and scale-up activities.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Used in the development of novel polymers, co-polymers, and functional materials, leveraging its olefinic functionality.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a model substrate or ligand precursor in studies involving olefin metathesis, hydrogenation, and other transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals, given its hydrocarbon backbone.
• Chemical Standard: Employed as a reference standard or analytical reagent in gas chromatography (GC) and other analytical methods for identification and quantification.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research tool for studying reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and physical properties of alkenes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dimethyl-2-Hexene
CAS No.	19550-82-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16
Molecular Weight	112.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethylhex-2-ene; 2-Hexene, 3,4-dimethyl-; (E/Z)-3,4-Dimethyl-2-hexene; 3,4-Dimethyl-2-hexene (mixed isomers); 3,4-Dimethylhexene-2; NSC 74119
EINECS	243-138-6

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethyl-2-Hexene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, ensuring the material meets your precise research or process requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and potential moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (typical 97-99%)
Isomer Ratio (GC)	Specified upon request
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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