Description

6-Ethyl-3-Methyloct-6-En-1-Ol is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty alcohol with a unique branched-chain structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and fragrance ingredient, offering specific olfactory characteristics and chemical reactivity. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor, cosmetic, and specialty chemical synthesis industries. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for your production needs.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Serves as a key intermediate or modifier in the synthesis of novel aroma chemicals, imparting unique green, floral, or woody notes to fine perfumes and cosmetic formulations.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Used in the production of esters and other derivatives that function as emollients, viscosity modifiers, or active carrier agents in skincare and haircare products.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystal materials, leveraging its reactive hydroxyl and alkene functional groups.
• Polymer Additives: Employed in the manufacture of plasticizers, stabilizers, or cross-linking agents to modify the properties of polymers and resins.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additives: Potential use in formulating synthetic lubricants or fuel additives where specific branching improves low-temperature performance and oxidation stability.
• Research and Development: An important reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and material science projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethyl-3-Methyloct-6-En-1-Ol
CAS No.	26330-65-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	170.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethyl-3-methyl-6-octen-1-ol; 3-Methyl-6-ethyl-6-octen-1-ol; (6E)-6-Ethyl-3-methyloct-6-en-1-ol; 6-Ethenyl-3-ethylheptan-1-ol (tautomer); Unsaturated C11 alcohol; Branched C11 olefinic alcohol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Ethyl-3-Methyloct-6-En-1-Ol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and comprehensive analytical testing is performed using GC, HPLC, and NMR techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity and traceability.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.830 - 0.850
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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