Description

Methyl Hepta-4,6-Dienoate is a specialized, high-purity ester derivative of hepta-4,6-dienoic acid, valued for its unique conjugated diene structure and reactivity. This compound serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its diene functionality for Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where specific unsaturated ester motifs are required.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester notes and unsaturated aroma compounds in high-value perfumery and flavor applications.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, heterocycles, and natural product analogs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to produce other fine chemicals and specialty esters for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Hepta-4,6-Dienoate
CAS No.	33741-15-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4,6-Heptadienoate; Methyl Heptadienoate; 4,6-Heptadienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Hepta-4,6-dienoate; Hepta-4,6-dienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (4E,6E)-Hepta-4,6-dienoate; Methyl (4Z,6Z)-Hepta-4,6-dienoate; Methyl (E,E)-Hepta-4,6-dienoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Hepta-4,6-Dienoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing specifications such as assay, isomer content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Ratio (GC)	Reported on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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