Description

3-Pentenoic Acid, 4-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized unsaturated ester with a defined molecular structure, offering a versatile building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of fine chemicals, flavors, and fragrances, where its reactive double bond and ester functionality are critical. It is needed by R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new molecules or optimize synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating specific ester notes and aroma chemicals in perfumery and food flavoring.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic reactions, including Michael additions, hydrogenations, and cross-coupling, for research and development.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like adhesion, flexibility, or reactivity.
• Chemical Research: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and new compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentenoic Acid, 4-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	6849-18-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Methyl-3-pentenoate; 4-Methyl-3-pentenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Pentenoic acid, 4-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-methylpent-3-enoate; 4-Methyl-3-pentenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl β,γ-dimethylacrylate; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pentenoic Acid, 4-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.