Description

5-Nitro-1-Pentene is a valuable nitroalkene intermediate characterized by its reactive terminal double bond and nitro group. This compound matters for its versatility as a key building block in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of more complex nitrogen-containing molecules. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical research need it for developing active ingredients, fine chemicals, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and nitrogen-based heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro functionality.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael addition reactions, cycloadditions, and other transformations to introduce nitro and pentene functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel compound libraries.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty material applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Nitro-1-Pentene
CAS No.	23542-51-0
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO2
Molecular Weight	115.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentene, 5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1-pentene; 5-Nitropent-1-ene; Nitropentene; NSC 5235; 1-Penten-5-nitro; 5-Nitro-pent-1-ene
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Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-1-Pentene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (by IR/GC-MS), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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