Description

6-Octen-2-One, 7-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound with a unique chemical structure featuring both a ketone and a hydroxyl functional group on an unsaturated carbon chain. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in stereoselective synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research focused on developing new catalytic methodologies.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of advanced, targeted crop protection agents with specific stereochemistry.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the preparation of novel monomers or functional additives for advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Octen-2-One, 7-Hydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	299895-59-3
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxy-6-octen-2-one; 6-Octen-2-one, 7-hydroxy-; (E/Z)-7-Hydroxyoct-6-en-2-one; 7-Hydroxy-6-octen-2-one (mixture of isomers); Potential fragrance/chemical intermediate names may apply.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Octen-2-One, 7-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your research and development needs. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including assay (by GC/HPLC), chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. For long-term storage, maintaining the material at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere is recommended to preserve stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Ratio (E/Z)	Reported on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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