Description

(Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-3-Heptene is a high-purity, branched-chain olefin with a defined stereochemistry. This compound matters as a versatile chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a specific spatial orientation critical for creating complex molecules. It is needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• As a chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates.
• As a key building block for the research and development of novel agrochemicals.
• In the synthesis of specialty flavor and fragrance compounds requiring specific isomer profiles.
• As a model substrate in catalytic hydrogenation and metathesis reaction studies.
• For use in organic electronic material research as a precursor for functionalized alkenes.
• In academic and industrial laboratories for method development in stereoselective synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-3-Heptene
CAS No.	20488-35-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18
Molecular Weight	126.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Heptene, 2,6-dimethyl-; (3Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-3-heptene; 2,6-Dimethyl-(Z)-3-heptene; cis-2,6-Dimethyl-3-heptene; (Z)-2,6-Dimethylhept-3-ene
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-3-Heptene is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and chiral analysis, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated place. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed and away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
(Z)-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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