Description

5,5-Dimethoxypent-2-Ene is a versatile, highly volatile organic compound featuring a unique alkene core flanked by methoxy groups. This structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for creating specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Polymer & Material Science: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Diels-Alder reactions, cycloadditions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5-Dimethoxypent-2-Ene
CAS No.	57716-77-5
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2
Molecular Weight	130.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentene, 5,5-dimethoxy-; 5,5-Dimethoxy-2-pentene; 1,1-Dimethoxy-4-pentene; 3,3-Dimethoxy-1-butene; (E/Z)-5,5-Dimethoxypent-2-ene
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Quality Control

Our 5,5-Dimethoxypent-2-Ene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications. Our quality systems support compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept 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
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Ratio (E/Z) (GC)	Reported on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.1%

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