Description

(E)-5-Methylhex-3-Enoic Acid is a high-purity, unsaturated carboxylic acid characterized by its specific stereochemistry. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate in the production of sophisticated aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for methodological development in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products and their analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-5-Methylhex-3-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	59320-76-2
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-5-Methyl-3-hexenoic Acid; (E)-5-Methylhex-3-enoic Acid; trans-5-Methyl-3-hexenoic Acid; 5-Methyl-(3E)-hexenoic Acid; 3-Hexenoic acid, 5-methyl-, (3E)-; β,γ-Unsaturated carboxylic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our (E)-5-Methylhex-3-Enoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and stereochemical confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent and being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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