Description

7-Octen-2-ol, 2-methyl-6-methylene is a versatile, unsaturated alcohol monomer with a distinctive chemical structure that makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key intermediate in the production of specialty polymers, fine chemicals, and fragrance ingredients. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the polymer, flavor & fragrance, and pharmaceutical intermediate industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Polymer Intermediate: Serves as a reactive monomer for the synthesis of specialty polymers and copolymers, imparting specific chain flexibility or reactivity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used as a key intermediate in the creation of complex aroma chemicals and terpene derivatives for perfumery and flavoring applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile starting material or intermediate for synthesizing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals due to its reactive double bond and alcohol functionality.
• Crosslinking Agent: Employed in formulations where its dual functionality can contribute to the formation of crosslinked polymer networks.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel material properties.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Can be incorporated as a modifying agent to alter the properties of adhesives and specialty coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Octen-2-ol, 2-methyl-6-methylene
CAS No.	543-39-5
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-methylene-7-octen-2-ol; 2-Methyl-6-methylen-7-octen-2-ol; 6-Methylene-2-methyl-7-octen-2-ol; Myrcenol; (E)-Myrcenol (common trade name); 7-Octen-2-ol, 2-methyl-6-methylene-; 2-Methyl-2-hydroxy-6-methylene-7-octene
EINECS	208-855-5

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance for your production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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