Description

(1E,5E,9E,13E)-1,5,9,13-Cyclohexadecatetrene is a high-purity macrocyclic conjugated polyene, a key intermediate in organic synthesis and fragrance chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring four conjugated double bonds in a 16-membered ring, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules and specialty aroma chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel musk-like odorants or advanced materials.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of macrocyclic musk compounds and other high-value aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic structures for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential in creating novel organic semiconductors or conductive polymers due to its extended conjugation.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a pure standard for analytical testing and method development in quality control laboratories.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Potential utility in the development of novel ligands for transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1E,5E,9E,13E)-1,5,9,13-Cyclohexadecatetrene
CAS No.	24222-43-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₄
Molecular Weight	216.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,5,9,13-Cyclohexadecatetraene; (all-E)-1,5,9,13-Cyclohexadecatetraene; Cyclohexadeca-1,5,9,13-tetraene; Musk Intermediate; Exaltone precursor; Globalide precursor; 16-Membered cyclic tetraene
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Quality Control

Our (1E,5E,9E,13E)-1,5,9,13-Cyclohexadecatetrene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and isomer specificity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0% (typical 97-99%)
Isomeric Purity ((E,E,E,E)-Isomer)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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