Description

5-Heptenoic Acid is a versatile seven-carbon unsaturated carboxylic acid that serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its terminal alkene and carboxylic acid functionalities make it a crucial intermediate for the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, fragrance, and polymer sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its reactive sites for coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for producing specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with tailored properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Utilized in the creation of esters and other derivatives that contribute to complex scent and flavor profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, metathesis, and hydrofunctionalization to create longer-chain or cyclic compounds.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Converted into derivatives that improve the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Heptenoic Acid
CAS No.	3593-00-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Heptenoic Acid; Hept-5-enoic Acid; 5-Heptenic Acid; 5-Heptensaeure; 1-Penten-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-Vinylpentanoic Acid; NSC 66400; (E)-5-Heptenoic Acid; (Z)-5-Heptenoic Acid
EINECS	222-716-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Heptenoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.94 - 0.98 g/mL

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