Description

2-Phenyl-1-Pentene is a versatile organic intermediate characterized by its terminal alkene functionality attached to a phenyl-substituted pentane chain. This compound matters as a key building block in organic synthesis, offering a reactive site for functionalization and a hydrophobic aromatic group. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from catalyst ligands to polymer modifiers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions, hydrogenation, and hydroformylation.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a comonomer or modifier to introduce aromaticity and alter polymer properties like rigidity and thermal stability.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized in the preparation of organometallic complexes and chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May serve as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyl-1-Pentene
CAS No.	5676-32-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentene, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenylpent-1-ene; (2-Phenylpentylidene); α-Phenyl-1-pentene; 1-Penten-1-ylbenzene; Benzene, (1-penten-1-yl)-; 2-Phenyl-1-pentylene; NSC 5211
EINECS	227-126-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenyl-1-Pentene 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 compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.