Description

Methyl (E)-6,6-Dimethylhept-2-En-4-Ynoate is a high-purity, specialized alkyne ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both an alkyne and an enoate moiety, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex frameworks in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, fragrances, and functional materials. The CAS number for this product is 506423-20-7.

Application

This advanced chemical intermediate is utilized across several high-value research and development sectors:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex alkyne-containing scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection, leveraging its reactive functional groups for structural diversification.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a building block for creating unique odorant and flavorant molecules with specific stereochemical and functional properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials where its conjugated system can impart desired electronic or physical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and cycloadditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (E)-6,6-Dimethylhept-2-En-4-Ynoate
CAS No.	506423-20-7
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-Methyl 6,6-dimethylhept-2-en-4-ynoate; Methyl (E)-6,6-Dimethyl-2-hepten-4-ynoate; 2-Hepten-4-ynoic acid, 6,6-dimethyl-, methyl ester, (E)-; 506423-20-7; Methyl 6,6-dimethylhept-2-en-4-ynoate; (E)-6,6-Dimethylhept-2-en-4-ynoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl (E)-6,6-Dimethylhept-2-En-4-Ynoate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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