Description

(Z)-1-Chlorohex-3-Ene is a versatile halogenated alkene building block with a defined stereochemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a reactive intermediate for introducing the chloroalkene functional group into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as cross-coupling reactions and the synthesis of fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in Heck, Suzuki, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in polymer and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-1-Chlorohex-3-Ene
CAS No.	21676-01-7
Molecular Formula	C6H11Cl
Molecular Weight	118.60 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-hexene (Z); (Z)-1-Chloro-3-hexene; (3Z)-1-Chloro-3-hexene; (Z)-3-Hexenyl chloride; cis-1-Chloro-3-hexene; 3-Hexene, 1-chloro-, (Z)-; 1-Chloro-cis-3-hexene
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-1-Chlorohex-3-Ene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatility loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 98.0% (by GC or NMR)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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