Description

2,2-Dimethylpent-4-Enoylchloride is a highly reactive acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2,2-dimethylpent-4-enoyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material or advanced intermediate in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing sterically hindered acyl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its specific carbon skeleton contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as modified polyesters or polyamides.
• Material Science Research: Employed in surface modification and the development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and photoactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile acylating agent in multistep syntheses for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent in methodological development and exploratory organic chemistry within university and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethylpent-4-Enoylchloride
CAS No.	39482-46-7
Molecular Formula	C7H11ClO
Molecular Weight	146.61 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentenoyl chloride, 2,2-dimethyl-; 2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoyl chloride; 4-Pentenoic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-, chloride; 2,2-Dimethylpent-4-enoic acid chloride; 39482-46-7; Pent-4-enoylchloride, 2,2-dimethyl-; 2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,2-Dimethylpent-4-Enoylchloride is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and reactive nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from moisture, strong bases, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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