Description

2,4,6-Decatriynedioic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a conjugated triyne backbone terminated by carboxylic acid groups. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring rigid, linear alkyne spacers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides where its conjugated system can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Materials Science Research: Acts as a precursor for novel polymers, dendrimers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its ability to form extended π-conjugated systems and coordinate with metals.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers for optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and tags, leveraging its alkyne groups for bioorthogonal click chemistry reactions like CuAAC.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry, including cycloaddition reactions and cascade processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Decatriynedioic Acid
CAS No.	3943-58-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₄O₄
Molecular Weight	188.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Deca-2,4,6-triynedioic Acid; 2,4,6-Decatriyndioic Acid; 2,4,6-Decatriyne-1,10-dioic Acid; 1,10-Decadiyne-4,6-diyne-1,10-dioic Acid; Acetylenedicarboxylic Acid Dimer (related); Bis(propiolic acid) acetylene dimer; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4,6-Decatriynedioic Acid 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 processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR/NMR), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. This compound is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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