Description

2-[(Z)-1-Propenyl]Toluene is a specialized aromatic organic compound belonging to the class of vinyltoluenes. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined stereochemistry and reactive propenyl group. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the (Z)-propenyl moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to impart specific chemical resistance or physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds due to its rigid aromatic core and alkenyl functionality.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance and flavor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(Z)-1-Propenyl]Toluene
CAS No.	2077-33-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12
Molecular Weight	132.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-1-Methyl-2-(1-propenyl)benzene; (Z)-o-Methylstyrene; (Z)-2-(1-Propenyl)toluene; (Z)-2-Methylstyrene; (Z)-ortho-Methylstyrene; (Z)-β-Methylstyrene; (Z)-1-Propen-1-yl-2-methylbenzene
EINECS	218-206-7

Quality Control

Our 2-[(Z)-1-Propenyl]Toluene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomeric composition, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements for advanced R&D and scale-up projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
(Z)-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual ≤ 0.5%, Total ≤ 1.5%

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