Description

3-Hexenoic Acid, Butyl Ester, (E)- is a high-purity unsaturated ester with the CAS registry number 118869-62-8. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its specific stereochemistry and functional group combination. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries for creating complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel aroma chemicals and flavoring agents, contributing green, fruity, or herbal notes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral building block or intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemicals: Employed in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or co-monomer for specialty polymers, including adhesives, coatings, and resins, where its unsaturation can be utilized for cross-linking.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a substrate in various organic reactions, including hydrogenation, hydrolysis, and transesterification, for academic and industrial research.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of advanced materials for electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hexenoic Acid, Butyl Ester, (E)-
CAS No.	118869-62-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-Butyl 3-Hexenoate; trans-3-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl (E)-3-Hexenoate; Butyl trans-3-Hexenoate; 3-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester; (E)-3-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester; FEMA 3982; Butyl β,γ-Hexenoate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hexenoic Acid, Butyl Ester, (E)- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	0.870 - 0.890

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