Description

cis-2-Pentene is a high-purity, highly volatile alkene isomer with the CAS number 627-20-3. This compound serves as a versatile and reactive intermediate in organic synthesis and industrial chemical manufacturing. It is essential for research and production in sectors requiring precise chemical building blocks, such as fine chemicals, polymer science, and specialty materials.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for the production of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavors.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Used as a co-monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins to alter physical properties.
• Organic Research & Development: Employed in laboratories for studying alkene reactivity, catalytic processes, and reaction mechanisms.
• Fuel & Additive Research: Investigated as a component or model compound in fuel blending and additive formulation studies.
• Cross-Metathesis Reactions: Utilized in olefin metathesis reactions to create new carbon-carbon double bonds for advanced material development.
• Standard & Calibration: Serves as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for gas chromatography (GC) and other instrumental methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-2-Pentene
CAS No.	627-20-3
Molecular Formula	C5H10
Molecular Weight	70.13 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-2-Pentene; cis-2-Pentene; (Z)-Pent-2-ene; 2-cis-Pentene; 2-Pentene, (Z)-; β-cis-Amylene; (2Z)-2-Pentene; 2-Pentene, cis-
EINECS	210-985-6

Quality Control

Our cis-2-Pentene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like Gas Chromatography (GC) to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
trans-2-Pentene (GC)	≤ 1.0%
1-Pentene (GC)	≤ 0.5%
Water (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%

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