Description

(6S,4Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-4-Octene CAS NO 62960-77-4 is a high-purity, chiral olefin compound characterized by its specific stereochemistry at the 6-position and defined double bond geometry. This compound matters as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, where precise molecular architecture is critical. It is needed by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry influences biological activity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specific terpene-based aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodology development, catalysis studies, and the construction of complex natural product analogs.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers or liquid crystals where the chiral center imparts unique material properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Can be utilized as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new asymmetric catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6S,4Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-4-Octene
CAS No.	62960-77-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20
Molecular Weight	140.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(4Z)-(6S)-2,6-Dimethyl-4-octene; (6S,4Z)-2,6-Dimethyloct-4-ene; (Z)-(S)-2,6-Dimethyl-4-octene; (S,Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-4-octene; 4-Octene, 2,6-dimethyl-, (4Z,6S)-; Chiral 2,6-Dimethyl-4-octene
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Quality Control

Our (6S,4Z)-2,6-Dimethyl-4-Octene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data on identity, purity, and impurities is 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 place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is easily oxidized; ensure containers are properly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (6S,4Z)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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