Description

Ethyl Pent-4-Ynoate is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS number 63093-41-4. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique alkyne functionality, which makes it a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel molecular structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring alkyne moieties for click chemistry or further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific carbon chain is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in polymer chemistry for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as a precursor in the synthesis of specific ester-based aroma compounds, subject to purity and regulatory compliance.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in methodological studies and catalysis research due to its reactive terminal alkyne group.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Pent-4-Ynoate
CAS No.	63093-41-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Pentynoate; Ethyl Pent-4-ynoate; 4-Pentynoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Pent-4-ynoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Pentynoate; Ethyl 4-Pentynate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl Pent-4-Ynoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and cGMP manufacturing environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL

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