Description

6,6-Dimethyl-3,4-Undecadiene-2,10-Dione is a specialized diketone compound featuring a unique diene structure, making it a valuable intermediate for fine chemical synthesis. Its molecular architecture provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of flavors, fragrances, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to introduce specific ketone and alkene functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals and musk analogs.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a versatile intermediate in the research and production of specialized active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive diene and ketone groups.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,6-Dimethyl-3,4-Undecadiene-2,10-Dione
CAS No.	52588-78-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	6,6-Dimethylundeca-3,4-diene-2,10-dione; 3,4-Undecadiene-2,10-dione, 6,6-dimethyl-; 2,10-Undecadione, 6,6-dimethyl-3,4-diene
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Quality Control

Our 6,6-Dimethyl-3,4-Undecadiene-2,10-Dione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available for every shipment, providing full traceability and compliance assurance for your quality protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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