Description

3-Methyl-2-Hexenoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, unsaturated ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties and utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. This specialty chemical is essential for applications requiring specific fragrance profiles and precise molecular structure for further synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries for product development and research.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in creating fruity, green, or waxy olfactory notes for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its reactive α,β-unsaturated ester moiety.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of complex molecules where its specific carbon skeleton is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-Hexenoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	50652-80-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Methyl-2-hexenoate; 3-Methyl-2-hexenoic acid methyl ester; 2-Hexenoic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-methylhex-2-enoate; (E/Z)-Methyl 3-methyl-2-hexenoate; 3-Methyl-2-hexenoate methyl ester; Methyl β,γ-hexenoate
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 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%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.890 - 0.910
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.445

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