Description

3-Methyl-3-Penten-2-Ol is a versatile unsaturated alcohol with a distinctive chemical structure, serving as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key building block for the production of flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to create complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of terpene-like aroma compounds and musk odorants.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating active ingredients and intermediates in pesticide and herbicide formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a chiral synthon in the development of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty resins and polymers with unique properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions, including Grignard reactions and carbonyl additions, to introduce specific functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-3-Penten-2-Ol
CAS No.	565-62-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylpent-3-en-2-ol; 3-Methyl-3-penten-2-ol; 3-Methyl-3-penten-2-ol (mixed isomers); 3-Penten-2-ol, 3-methyl-; 2-Butanone, 3-methyl-1-hydroxy-; 1-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2-butanone; Methyl isopropenyl carbinol
EINECS	209-284-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-3-Penten-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep it under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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