Description

2,2-Dimethyldeca-3,4-Diene is a specialized, branched-chain diene with unique structural properties. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring specific hydrocarbon frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific aliphatic chain modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties like flexibility, hydrophobicity, or specific degradation profiles.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing specific terpene-like or musk-related aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions for constructing complex cyclic and polycyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Used to synthesize specialized additives that modify the properties of lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethyldeca-3,4-Diene
CAS No.	121959-79-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂
Molecular Weight	166.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethyl-3,4-decadiene; Deca-3,4-diene, 2,2-dimethyl-; 3,4-Decadiene, 2,2-dimethyl-; 2,2-Dimethyldeca-3,4-dien; Branched C12 Diene
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethyldeca-3,4-Diene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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