Description

2-Pentenoyl Chloride, 3-Methyl- is a reactive acid chloride derivative of 3-methyl-2-pentenoic acid. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable acylating agent and chemical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the introduction of the 3-methyl-2-pentenoyl moiety into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Used as an acylating agent for modifying amino acids or biomolecules in biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentenoyl Chloride, 3-Methyl-
CAS No.	60359-79-7
Molecular Formula	C6H9ClO
Molecular Weight	132.59 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-pentenoyl chloride; 3-Methylpent-2-enoyl chloride; 3-Methyl-δ2-pentenoyl chloride; β-Methyl-α,β-unsaturated valeryl chloride; Tiglyl chloride (common name for the (E)-isomer); (E)-3-Methyl-2-pentenoyl chloride; (Z)-3-Methyl-2-pentenoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pentenoyl Chloride, 3-Methyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, alcohols, and strong bases. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and prevent hydrolysis. Isolate from incompatible materials such as amines, oxidizing agents, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomer Ratio (E/Z)	Specified on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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