Description

2-Hydroxy-5-(3-Methyl-2-Butenyl)-4-(1-Methylethenyl)-2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One is a specialized organic compound belonging to the cycloheptatrienone class, valued for its unique molecular structure and functional properties. This compound serves as a critical intermediate or building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise chemical modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex natural product analogs or functional materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate in the synthesis of specific aroma compounds, given its terpenoid-like side chains.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors or photoresponsive materials due to its conjugated system.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-5-(3-Methyl-2-Butenyl)-4-(1-Methylethenyl)-2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One
CAS No.	552-96-5
Molecular Formula	C15H18O2
Molecular Weight	230.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-isopropenyl-5-(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one; 4-Isopropenyl-2-hydroxy-5-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one; NSC 407347; 2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-one, 2-hydroxy-5-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-4-(1-methylethenyl)-; 552-96-5
EINECS	209-008-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-5-(3-Methyl-2-Butenyl)-4-(1-Methylethenyl)-2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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