Description

2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadiene is a highly versatile, branched-chain diene with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for creating complex molecular frameworks, particularly in the development of specialty chemicals and fine ingredients. This product is essential for research chemists and industrial manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical intermediate sectors, where its unique structure enables the synthesis of terpenoid-like compounds and other high-value molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of terpenes and other aroma chemicals, contributing to complex scent and flavor profiles.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Specialty Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of novel polymers with specific properties for advanced material science.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition chemistry to construct complex cyclic structures in laboratory and pilot-scale processes.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of certain specialty agrochemicals and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D focused on hydrocarbon chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadiene
CAS No.	6090-16-0
Molecular Formula	C9H16
Molecular Weight	124.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethylhepta-2,5-diene; Dihydromyrcene; 2,5-Heptadiene, 2,6-dimethyl-; NSC 74112; 2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadien; 2,6-Dimethylhepta-2,5-dien
EINECS	228-034-1

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadiene is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and industrial-scale applications, ensuring you receive a product that performs as expected in your specific process.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability and to minimize peroxide formation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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