Description

3-Methyl-4-Phenyl-1-Pentene is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a unique branched alkene structure with a phenyl substituent. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as catalyst ligand synthesis and the preparation of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and active ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in creating complex, branched molecular structures.
• Precursor in the development of specialized ligands for catalytic systems.
• Starting material for fine chemicals and performance materials requiring specific phenyl-alkene motifs.
• Used in research and development for exploring new polymerization initiators or monomers.
• Valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-4-Phenyl-1-Pentene
CAS No.	50871-04-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆
Molecular Weight	160.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentene, 3-methyl-4-phenyl-; 4-Phenyl-3-methyl-1-pentene; 3-Methyl-4-phenylpent-1-ene; (3-Methyl-4-phenylpent-1-enyl)benzene (common misnomer); 3-Methyl-4-phenyl-1-pentylene; 50871-04-0; NSC 163022
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-4-Phenyl-1-Pentene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by GC or HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR or NMR), and impurity profile is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and process specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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