Description

(E)-1-Chloro-1-Hexene is a versatile halogenated olefin building block characterized by its terminal chloroalkene functionality. This compound is valued for its reactivity in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for synthesizing more complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing carbon chains and introducing functional groups.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the hexenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific alkene chains.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a substrate in Heck reactions, Suzuki couplings, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling transformations.
• Material Science Monomers: Investigated as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with specific chemical resistance or physical properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma compounds and flavoring agents.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-1-Chloro-1-Hexene
CAS No.	50586-19-1
Molecular Formula	C6H11Cl
Molecular Weight	118.60 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-1-Chloro-1-hexene; (E)-1-Chlorohex-1-ene; 1-Chloro-1-hexene, (E)-; 1-Hexene, 1-chloro-, (E)-; 1-Chloro-trans-1-hexene; Chlorohexene; 1-Chlorohex-1-ene
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Quality Control

Our (E)-1-Chloro-1-Hexene is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0% (by GC)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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