Description

3-Methyl-4-Hexenoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized unsaturated ester valued for its utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an ester group and an alkene, makes it a key precursor for the production of fine chemicals, flavors, and fragrances. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing specific fruity or green aroma compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a chiral intermediate or precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Acts as a crucial component in the synthesis of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation, and other transformations to create novel compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce ester and alkene functionalities into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Chemicals: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic materials for electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-4-Hexenoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	54004-27-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Methyl-4-hexenoate; 4-Hexenoic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester; 3-Methyl-4-hexenoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-methylhex-4-enoate; (E/Z)-Methyl 3-methyl-4-hexenoate; 3-Methyl-4-hexensäure-methylester; 3-Methyl-4-hexenoic acid, Me ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-4-Hexenoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, isomeric purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	Contact for details
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	Contact for details

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