Description

4-Hexen-3-One, 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound with a unique structure featuring both ketone and hydroxyl functional groups on an unsaturated carbon chain. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for building novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific aroma molecules and complex flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile chiral synthon for academic and industrial research in asymmetric synthesis and methodology development.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexen-3-One, 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	309972-42-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-methyl-4-hexen-3-one; 4-Methyl-2-hydroxy-4-hexen-3-one; 4-Hexen-3-one, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-; 2-Hydroxy-4-methylhex-4-en-3-one
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Hexen-3-One, 2-Hydroxy-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (IR/NMR), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request.

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). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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