Description

Hexa-3,5-Dien-2-One is a valuable, unsaturated ketone characterized by its conjugated diene system, which makes it a versatile building block in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for organic chemistry research, particularly in Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexa-3,5-Dien-2-One
CAS No.	2957-06-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8O
Molecular Weight	96.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Hexadien-2-one; 1,3-Pentadien-1-yl methyl ketone; Methyl 1,3-pentadienyl ketone; 2-Hexa-3,5-dienone; (3E)-3,5-Hexadien-2-one; (3Z)-3,5-Hexadien-2-one; 3,5-Hexadiene-2-one
EINECS	220-981-5

Quality Control

Our Hexa-3,5-Dien-2-One is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and HPLC, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.