Description

(Z)-Hept-4-Enoic Acid is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid derivative characterized by its specific cis-configuration at the double bond. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise structural control for complex molecule construction. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for the manufacture of specific esters and lactones used in high-value aromas.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for studying carbon-carbon bond formation reactions, including cross-coupling and cyclization.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Used as a building block for synthesizing organic compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-Hept-4-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	41653-95-6
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-4-Heptenoic Acid; cis-4-Heptenoic Acid; (4Z)-Hept-4-enoic Acid; (Z)-Hept-4-enoic Acid; 4-Heptenoic acid, (Z)-; cis-Hept-4-enoic Acid; FA(7:1n-3); (4Z)-4-Heptenoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-Hept-4-Enoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Z-Isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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