Description

(E)-Ethyl 2-Methylhex-4-Enoate (Wxc08396) is a high-purity, unsaturated ester building block with a defined stereochemistry, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile chiral intermediate that enables the precise construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for applications requiring specific stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of prostaglandins, leukotriene analogs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the specific (E)-configuration influences biological activity and selectivity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing esters and lactones that contribute to fruity, green, or fatty olfactory notes in fine fragrances and flavor compositions.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in polymer research to introduce specific branching and unsaturation into polymer backbones.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions, including Michael additions, hydrogenations, and cyclizations, to construct complex organic molecules in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(E)-Ethyl 2-Methylhex-4-Enoate (Wxc08396)
CAS No.	118942-48-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (E)-2-Methyl-4-hexenoate; (E)-2-Methyl-4-hexenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl trans-2-Methyl-4-hexenoate; 2-Methyl-4-hexenoic Acid Ethyl Ester, (E)-; Ethyl 2-Methylhex-4-enoate; WXC08396; 118942-48-6; (E)-Ethyl 2-methylhex-4-enoate
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Quality Control

Our (E)-Ethyl 2-Methylhex-4-Enoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and quantification of key impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity ((E)-Isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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