Description

7-Acetoxy-1-heptene is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both an acetoxy ester and a terminal alkene functional group. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the creation of longer-chain molecules and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as polyolefins with functional side chains.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its ability to introduce specific carbon chain lengths and functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for cross-coupling reactions, hydrofunctionalization, and other catalytic transformations.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Can be utilized to synthesize ester-based compounds that function as additives or intermediates for lubricants and surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Acetoxy-1-Heptene
CAS No.	5048-30-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hepten-7-yl acetate; 7-Acetoxyhept-1-ene; Hept-1-en-7-yl acetate; Vinylhexyl acetate; 6-Acetoxy-1-hexene (common misnomer); 7-Hydroxy-1-heptene acetate; Acetic acid 1-hepten-7-yl ester
EINECS	225-741-4

Quality Control

Our 7-Acetoxy-1-heptene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.90 - 0.92
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435

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