Description

Methyl (E)-6-Methylhept-4-Enoate is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid methyl ester characterized by its specific stereochemistry. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined structure and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for the development of complex target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for the manufacture of high-value aroma chemicals and specialty esters.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research and development for carbon chain elongation, cross-coupling reactions, and the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of novel polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (E)-6-Methylhept-4-Enoate
CAS No.	112375-56-1
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-Methyl 6-Methylhept-4-enoate; Methyl (E)-6-Methyl-4-heptenoate; (E)-6-Methyl-4-heptenoic Acid Methyl Ester; (E)-Methyl 6-Methyl-4-heptenoate; (4E)-6-Methyl-4-Heptenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl trans-6-Methylhept-4-enoate; Methyl E-6-Methylhept-4-enoate; 4-Heptenoic acid, 6-methyl-, methyl ester, (4E)-
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl (E)-6-Methylhept-4-Enoate adheres to stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 controlled room temperature for shorter periods. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.