Description

7-Octenenitrile is a versatile, unsaturated aliphatic nitrile with the CAS number 5048-29-3, serving as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. Its terminal double bond and nitrile functionality make it a crucial building block for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories seeking to develop new compounds or modify existing ones through reactions like hydrogenation, hydrolysis, or cycloaddition.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of key aroma chemicals, contributing to green, citrus, or fatty notes in perfumes and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of pesticides and herbicides as a key nitrile-containing intermediate.
• Polymer and Resin Modification: Utilized to introduce nitrile groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a starting material for various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions and Michael additions.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Octenenitrile
CAS No.	5048-29-3
Molecular Formula	C8H13N
Molecular Weight	123.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Octenentrile; 1-Cyano-6-heptene; 6-Heptenentrile; Oct-7-enenitrile; 7-Octene-1-carbonitrile; (7-Octenyl) cyanide; 6-Heptenecarbonitrile
EINECS	225-746-6

Quality Control

Our 7-Octenenitrile is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and infrared spectroscopy (IR), to verify identity and assay. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical specifications. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support customer-specific quality requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.830 - 0.850 g/mL

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