Description

Ethyl (Z)-Oct-4-Enoate is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid ester characterized by its specific cis (Z) configuration at the double bond. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined stereochemistry and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for the research and development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific ester notes and aroma chemicals in perfumery.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic structures via cross-coupling or functional group transformations.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: A potential monomer or intermediate in the development of specialty polymers and electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl (Z)-Oct-4-Enoate
CAS No.	34495-71-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-Ethyl 4-Octenoate; Ethyl (Z)-4-Octenoate; (4Z)-4-Octenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl cis-4-Octenoate; Ethyl cis-Oct-4-enoate; 4-Octenoic Acid, Ethyl Ester, (Z)-; Ethyl 4-cis-Octenoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl (Z)-Oct-4-Enoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 98.0% (by GC or HPLC)
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.