Description

2,4-Heptadienal, 3-Methyl-6-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized, high-purity chemical intermediate characterized by its conjugated dienal structure. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity, making it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific chiral centers or conjugated systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive aldehyde and ketone functionalities are utilized.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating novel aroma chemicals and flavor compounds due to its unsaturated carbonyl structure.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic additions, and other carbon-carbon bond forming transformations.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Heptadienal, 3-Methyl-6-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	195991-44-7
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-6-oxo-2,4-heptadienal; 6-Oxo-3-methyl-2,4-heptadienal; (E,E)-3-Methyl-6-oxohepta-2,4-dienal; 2,4-Heptadienal, 3-methyl-6-oxo-; 3-Methyl-2,4-heptadienedial; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4-Heptadienal, 3-Methyl-6-Oxo- (9Ci) is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for critical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for traceability and reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is likely light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if specified to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.