Description

(Z)-6-Henicosen-11-One is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic ketone characterized by its specific cis (Z) configuration at the 6-position. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance sectors for the development of novel compounds and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates, leveraging its long hydrocarbon chain for lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a key building block for developing novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for musk-like odorants and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its ketone functionality and molecular weight.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of polymers, liquid crystals, and surface-active agents where specific chain length and functional groups are critical.
• Analytical Standard: Provides a high-purity reference material for gas chromatography (GC), mass spectrometry (MS), and other analytical methods for identification and quantification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic transformations, including reduction to alcohols, Grignard reactions, and Wittig olefinations, to construct more complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-6-Henicosen-11-One
CAS No.	54844-65-4
Molecular Formula	C21H40O
Molecular Weight	308.55 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-6-Heneicosen-11-one; (Z)-11-Oxo-6-henicosene; cis-6-Henicosen-11-one; 6Z-Henicosen-11-one; 11-Keto-6-cis-henicosene; Henicos-6(Z)-en-11-one; 6-Henicosen-11-one, (Z)-; (6Z)-Henicos-6-en-11-one
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-6-Henicosen-11-One is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and isomeric composition. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality systems are designed to ensure consistent batch-to-batch reproducibility and compliance with relevant industry standards for research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 98.0% (by GC or NMR)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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