Description

3-Nitro-3-Hexene is a specialized nitroalkene compound with the CAS registry number 4812-22-0. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate, prized for its reactive alkene and nitro functional groups which enable diverse chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A versatile substrate in organic chemistry research for studying Michael addition reactions, cycloadditions, and other nitro-olefin chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific functional properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitro-3-Hexene
CAS No.	4812-22-0
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	129.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitrohex-3-ene; 3-Hexene, 3-nitro-; Nitro-3-hexene; (E)-3-Nitro-3-hexene; (Z)-3-Nitro-3-hexene; 3-Nitro-3-hexen; 3-Nitrohexene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Nitro-3-Hexene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Isomeric Ratio (E/Z)	Specified upon request
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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