Description

(3S,4E)-2,3,7-Trimethyl-4-Octene is a high-purity, chiral olefin compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry and double bond position. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex molecules with defined three-dimensional structures. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry for efficacy.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for terpene-based aroma chemicals and specialty flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic and stereoselective reactions.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating specialized polymers with unique properties.
• Catalysis & Ligand Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3S,4E)-2,3,7-Trimethyl-4-Octene
CAS No.	52763-13-0
Molecular Formula	C11H22
Molecular Weight	154.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(3S,4E)-2,3,7-Trimethyloct-4-ene; (S,E)-2,3,7-Trimethyl-4-octene; 4-Octene, 2,3,7-trimethyl-, (3S,4E)-; Chiral Trimethyloctene; (E)-(3S)-2,3,7-Trimethyl-4-octene; (3S,4E)-2,3,7-Trimethyloct-4-ene; (S,E)-2,3,7-Trimethyloct-4-ene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3S,4E)-2,3,7-Trimethyl-4-Octene is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chiral purity, chemical identity, and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, enantiomeric excess (ee), and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C or as specified on the label. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, minimize exposure to air, heat, and ignition sources. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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