Description

(E)-12-Chlorododec-5-Ene is a high-purity, unsaturated chlorinated hydrocarbon building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a terminal chloroalkane chain and an internal alkene, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups or create novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring long-chain hydrophobic moieties or specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its chlorinated alkene structure allows for further functionalization.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals, imparting specific physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to create complex organic molecules for research and development.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized additives that modify the properties of industrial lubricants and surfactants.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Functions as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of specific macrocyclic musk compounds or other fragrance ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-12-Chlorododec-5-Ene
CAS No.	42513-39-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₃Cl
Molecular Weight	202.77 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-12-Chlorododec-5-ene; (E)-5-Dodecen-12-yl chloride; 12-Chloro-5-dodecene; 5-Dodecen-12-yl chloride, (E)-; 12-Chloro-trans-5-dodecene; 1-Chloro-7-(pent-2-en-1-yl)heptane
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Quality Control

Our (E)-12-Chlorododec-5-Ene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, to verify identity, isomeric purity, and chemical composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0% (by GC or NMR)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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