Description

3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-1,2-Hexadecadiene is a high-purity, branched-chain diene compound of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable advanced intermediate for the production of complex molecules, particularly in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers requiring a reliable, high-quality building block for terpenoid synthesis and other specialized chemical processes.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex terpenoid-based aroma chemicals and natural product analogs.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in the development of novel therapeutic agents, especially those with terpene-like scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in research for studying diene reactivity, cycloaddition reactions, and as a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry.
• Specialty Chemicals: Used in the manufacture of performance chemicals, including certain polymers and additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-1,2-Hexadecadiene
CAS No.	2437-92-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₈
Molecular Weight	278.52 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Hexadecadiene, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-; trans,trans-Farnesylacetone dimer (related); Dihydrogeranylgeraniol derivative; Acyclic diterpene diene; 2,6,10,14-Tetramethyl-1,2-hexadecadiene (alternative numbering); TMTD (abbreviation); Farnesylacetone Dimer Intermediate
EINECS	219-431-4

Quality Control

Our 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-1,2-Hexadecadiene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent composition. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-98%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.84 - 0.86
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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