Description

cis-4-Methyl-2-Hexene is a high-purity, unsaturated hydrocarbon featuring a specific cis-configuration around its double bond. This defined stereochemistry makes it a valuable and versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for synthesizing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Used in the study and preparation of olefin metathesis catalysts and other organometallic complexes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of specialized polymers with tailored properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Employed in the research and synthesis of specific aroma compounds due to its structural features.
• Chemical Standard & Reference Material: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical calibration and method development in GC and GC-MS.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for studying stereoselective reactions, hydroformylation, and hydrogenation processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-4-Methyl-2-Hexene
CAS No.	3683-19-0
Molecular Formula	C7H14
Molecular Weight	98.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-4-Methyl-2-hexene; (Z)-4-Methylhex-2-ene; 4-Methyl-cis-2-hexene; 2-Hexene, 4-methyl-, (Z)-; 4-Methyl-2-hexene (cis-); (2Z)-4-Methyl-2-hexene; 4-Methyl-(Z)-2-hexene
EINECS	222-983-8

Quality Control

Our cis-4-Methyl-2-Hexene is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric integrity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 aligned practices for traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (cis-)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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