Description

4-Oxo-5-Hexenoic Acid is a versatile, high-purity organic acid and a valuable bifunctional building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a ketone and a carboxylic acid group separated by an unsaturated carbon chain, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Michael additions, cyclization reactions, and other transformations to construct complex organic molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxo-5-Hexenoic Acid
CAS No.	6934-64-1
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hexenoic acid, 4-oxo-; 4-Oxopent-5-enoic Acid; 5-Carboxy-3-penten-2-one; 3-Penten-2-one, 5-carboxy-; 4-Keto-5-hexenoic Acid; Vinylacetoacetic Acid; 4-Oxohex-5-enoic Acid
EINECS	230-048-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Oxo-5-Hexenoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its acidic nature, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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