Description

3-Ethyl-4,4-Dimethyl-2-Pentene is a branched-chain alkene of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules, offering versatility in creating tailored compounds for high-performance applications. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors seeking to innovate with precise molecular building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a co-monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties like flexibility or chemical resistance to advanced polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a precursor in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile building block for laboratory-scale and industrial-scale organic reactions, including alkylation and olefin metathesis.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Intermediate: Used in the development of performance-enhancing additives for industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-4,4-Dimethyl-2-Pentene
CAS No.	53907-59-8
Molecular Formula	C9H18
Molecular Weight	126.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-4,4-dimethylpent-2-ene; 2-Pentene, 3-ethyl-4,4-dimethyl-; 4,4-Dimethyl-3-ethyl-2-pentene; (E/Z)-3-Ethyl-4,4-dimethyl-2-pentene; 3-Ethyl-4,4-dimethylpentene-2; 53907-59-8 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-4,4-Dimethyl-2-Pentene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and GC-MS, to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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