Description

(3E,5E)-2,6-Dimethyl-1,3,5,7-Octatetraene is a conjugated tetraene compound of significant interest in organic synthesis and materials science. Its extended conjugated system makes it a valuable building block for the preparation of more complex polyenes, carotenoid analogs, and advanced organic materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for their synthetic processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of retinoids, carotenoid derivatives, and other biologically active molecules with conjugated polyene chains.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Diels-Alder reactions, coupling reactions, and as a precursor for constructing complex conjugated systems in natural product synthesis.
• Materials Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for developing organic semiconductors, nonlinear optical materials, and fluorescent dyes due to its π-conjugated backbone.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used in the research and development of terpene-derived aroma chemicals and complex fragrance ingredients.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the creation of novel active ingredients that incorporate conjugated diene or polyene motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3E,5E)-2,6-Dimethyl-1,3,5,7-Octatetraene
CAS No.	460-01-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₄
Molecular Weight	134.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethylocta-1,3,5,7-tetraene; (all-E)-2,6-Dimethyl-1,3,5,7-octatetraene; 2,6-Dimethyl-1,3,5,7-octatetraene; (E,E)-2,6-Dimethyl-1,3,5,7-octatetraene; 1,3,5,7-Octatetraene, 2,6-dimethyl-, (3E,5E)-; Conjugated C10 Tetraene
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Quality Control

Our (3E,5E)-2,6-Dimethyl-1,3,5,7-Octatetraene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity ((E,E)-Isomer)	≥ 90.0%

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