Description

(E)-2,2,3,4,5,5-Hexamethyl-3-Hexene is a high-purity, highly volatile branched alkene with the CAS number 54290-40-3. This compound is valued for its unique sterically hindered structure, which makes it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fragrance, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel musk compounds and other complex aroma chemicals due to its stable, branched hydrocarbon backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of specialized pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can impart favorable volatility and stability characteristics.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a co-monomer or chain-transfer agent in the production of olefin-based polymers, influencing polymer tacticity, molecular weight, and thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions, hydroformylation, and other catalytic processes where a hindered alkene is required.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive Component: Investigated for use in formulating high-performance synthetic lubricants and fuel additives to enhance oxidative stability and reduce deposits.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-2,2,3,4,5,5-Hexamethyl-3-Hexene
CAS No.	54290-40-3
Molecular Formula	C12H24
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3,4-Diisopropyl-2,5-dimethyl-3-hexene; 3-Hexene, 2,2,3,4,5,5-hexamethyl-, (3E)-; 2,2,3,4,5,5-Hexamethyl-3-hexene; trans-2,2,3,4,5,5-Hexamethyl-3-hexene; Hexamethyl-3-hexene; Highly branched C12 olefin
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Quality Control

Our (E)-2,2,3,4,5,5-Hexamethyl-3-Hexene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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