Description

1,1-Dichloro-4-Methylpenta-1,3-Diene is a specialized chlorinated diene intermediate with a unique reactive structure. This compound matters for its utility as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. Industrial R&D chemists and process engineers in fine chemical manufacturing need this high-purity intermediate to develop new products and optimize synthetic routes.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in research and development for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of polymers with specific chemical resistance or thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry to construct complex ring systems.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and material science.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific terpene-derived aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dichloro-4-Methylpenta-1,3-Diene
CAS No.	55667-43-1
Molecular Formula	C6H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	151.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1,1-dichloropenta-1,3-diene; 1,1-Dichloro-4-methyl-1,3-pentadiene; 4-Methylpenta-1,3-diene, 1,1-dichloro-; NSC 163045
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dichloro-4-Methylpenta-1,3-Diene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.15 g/mL

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