Description

4-Hexen-2-One, 3-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is a versatile, unsaturated hydroxy ketone that serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a ketone and an allylic alcohol functional group, makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex molecules with high stereochemical control. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactivity to create complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the manufacture of specialty chemicals, aroma compounds, and flavoring agents.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development, catalysis studies, and as a model compound in organic chemistry research.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexen-2-One, 3-Hydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	54123-77-2
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-4-hexen-2-one; 4-Hexen-2-one, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxyhex-4-en-2-one; (E)-3-Hydroxyhex-4-en-2-one; (Z)-3-Hydroxyhex-4-en-2-one; 3-Hydroxy-4-hexene-2-one; Unsaturated β-hydroxy ketone
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hexen-2-One, 3-Hydroxy- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Ratio (E/Z)	Specified on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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