Description

2-Prop-2-Ynylhexanoic Acid is a specialized alkyne-functionalized carboxylic acid, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a terminal alkyne group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures through reactions like click chemistry and Sonogashira coupling. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating acetylene-linked bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced properties.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: An ideal substrate for Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition (copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition) to create triazole linkages.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Sonogashira, Glaser, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize novel chelating ligands or organometallic complexes for catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Prop-2-Ynylhexanoic Acid
CAS No.	5662-78-2
Molecular Formula	C9H14O2
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Prop-2-yn-1-yl)hexanoic acid; 2-Propargylhexanoic acid; Hexanoic acid, 2-(2-propynyl)-; 2-(2-Propynyl)hexanoic Acid; 2-(Prop-2-ynyl)hexanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Prop-2-Ynylhexanoic Acid is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizers, bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.