Description

4-Methylene-6-(1-Propenylidene)Cyclooctene is a specialized, high-value cyclic diene compound characterized by its unique conjugated structure. This molecular architecture makes it a versatile and reactive intermediate for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex ring systems and functionalized polymers. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and complex natural product analogs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive diene system.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the creation of polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions to construct complex, polycyclic organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in developing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylene-6-(1-Propenylidene)Cyclooctene
CAS No.	61142-29-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16
Molecular Weight	160.26 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(1-Propenylidene)-4-methylidenecyclooct-1-ene; 4-Methylene-6-(prop-1-en-1-ylidene)cyclooct-1-ene; 4-Methylene-6-(1-propenylidene)-1-cyclooctene; 1-Cyclooctene, 4-methylene-6-(1-propenylidene)-; (6Z)-4-Methylene-6-(prop-1-en-1-ylidene)cyclooct-1-ene
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Methylene-6-(1-Propenylidene)Cyclooctene is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.