Description

Ethyl 2-Acetylpent-4-Enoate is a versatile ester compound featuring both acetyl and alkene functional groups, making it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its structure provides a reactive handle for Michael additions, cyclizations, and other transformations, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for Michael addition reactions, cyclization processes, and heterocycle formation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and catalysis development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Acetylpent-4-Enoate
CAS No.	610-89-9
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-acetyl-4-pentenoate; 4-Pentenoic acid, 2-acetyl-, ethyl ester; 2-Acetyl-4-pentenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-acetyl-4-penten-1-oate; Ethyl (2-acetylpent-4-enoate); 2-Acetylpent-4-enoic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	210-235-5

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 2-Acetylpent-4-Enoate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your specific research or production requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

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

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