Description

(E)-8-Methyl-5-Undecene is a high-purity, unsaturated hydrocarbon belonging to the class of alkenes. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, valued for its specific stereochemistry and reactivity. It is needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of musky, woody, or amber-like aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in cross-coupling reactions, hydrogenation, and other catalytic processes to create more complex organic structures.
• Specialty Polymer Research: Investigated as a monomer or co-monomer for developing novel polymers with specific properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain pesticides or plant growth regulators.
• Lubricant Additive Research: Explored for potential use in formulating synthetic lubricants and functional fluids.
• Chemical Standard: Used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS).

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-8-Methyl-5-Undecene
CAS No.	39546-85-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-8-Methyl-5-undecene; (E)-8-Methylundec-5-ene; 5-Undecene, 8-methyl-, (E)-; 8-Methyl-trans-5-undecene; (5E)-8-Methyl-5-undecene; Undec-5-ene, 8-methyl-, (E)-; 39546-85-5
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Quality Control

Our (E)-8-Methyl-5-Undecene undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Every batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and isomer specificity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by GC), isomer ratio, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated place. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
(E)-Isomer Content	≥ 98.0% (of total alkene)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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