Description

4,6-Dimethyl-3,5-Heptadien-2-One is a versatile, unsaturated ketone characterized by its conjugated diene system. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex molecules and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for its utility as a building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musk-like odorants and other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of polymers, resins, and organic electronic materials due to its reactive diene moiety.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other cyclization processes to create novel molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and new compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dimethyl-3,5-Heptadien-2-One
CAS No.	5631-89-0
Molecular Formula	C9H14O
Molecular Weight	138.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Diisopropylideneacetone; 2,6-Dimethyl-3,5-heptadien-4-one; 4,6-Dimethylhepta-3,5-dien-2-one; DIA; Acetyl diisopropylidene; 3,5-Heptadien-2-one, 4,6-dimethyl-
EINECS	227-072-5

Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dimethyl-3,5-Heptadien-2-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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