Description

4-Decyne is a high-purity, linear terminal alkyne building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules through reactions like Sonogashira coupling and cycloadditions. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where precise carbon chain length and terminal alkyne functionality are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: A precursor for polymers, dendrimers, and liquid crystal materials requiring specific alkyne functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for Sonogashira, Glaser, and other metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other fine chemicals with complex hydrocarbon backbones.
• Surface Modification: Can be used to functionalize surfaces via "click chemistry" (copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition) for sensor or coating applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Decyne
CAS No.	2384-86-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈
Molecular Weight	138.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Decy-4-yne; 1-Hexyl-1-butyne; 4-Decyne; 4-Decyne (6CI); NSC 74130; 1-Butyl-1-hexyne; 1-Hexyl-1-butyne; 4-Decyne, 98%
EINECS	219-193-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Decyne is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.760 - 0.770 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.428 - 1.432

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