Description

3-Hexenoic Acid, 5-Oxo-, (Z)- (9Ci) is a specialized unsaturated keto acid with the CAS number 113219-94-6. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, flavor and fragrance synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific lactones and other aroma chemicals with fruity or creamy notes.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis research to develop new methodologies and ligands.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for exploring new chemical reactions and pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hexenoic Acid, 5-Oxo-, (Z)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	113219-94-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-5-Oxo-3-hexenoic Acid; (3Z)-5-Oxo-3-hexenoic Acid; 5-Oxo-(Z)-3-hexenoic Acid; 3-Hexenoic acid, 5-oxo-, (Z)-; 5-Oxo-3-hexenoic acid (Z)-; Levulinic acid, 3-ene-; (Z)-3-Hexene-5-olide precursor
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hexenoic Acid, 5-Oxo-, (Z)- (9Ci) is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent and being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.