Description

4-Octen-3-One, 2-Hydroxy-, (4E)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound with a defined stereochemistry, identified by CAS No. 315180-10-0. This molecule is valued as a versatile chiral building block and flavor/fragrance intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and high-value aroma chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for complex molecule synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced, targeted active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of sophisticated aroma molecules used in perfumery and flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies and the construction of complex natural product analogs.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of fine chemicals, ligands, and other high-purity specialty materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Octen-3-One, 2-Hydroxy-, (4E)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	315180-10-0
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(4E)-2-Hydroxy-4-octen-3-one; 2-Hydroxy-4-octen-3-one, (E)-; (E)-2-Hydroxyoct-4-en-3-one; 4-Octen-3-one, 2-hydroxy-, (E)-; (E)-2-Hydroxy-4-octen-3-one; 4-Octen-3-one, 2-hydroxy-, (4E)-; 2-Hydroxy-4-octen-3-one; (4E)-2-Hydroxyoct-4-en-3-one
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Quality Control

We maintain a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our production and analytical processes are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (4E)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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