Description

5-Octenoic Acid CAS NO 63892-00-2 is a valuable, unsaturated medium-chain fatty acid derivative characterized by a terminal double bond. This unique structure makes it a versatile chemical intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring specific carbon chain lengths and olefin functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a building block for creating unsaturated esters and lactones used in fine fragrance and flavor compositions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers and resins, imparting flexibility and specific reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for carbon chain elongation, cross-metathesis, and other catalytic transformations.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Used to synthesize derivatives that can function as friction modifiers or viscosity index improvers in advanced lubricant formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Octenoic Acid
CAS No.	63892-00-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Octenoic acid; (E)-5-Octenoic acid; (Z)-5-Octenoic acid; 5-Vinylpentanoic acid; δ-5-Octenoic acid; 5-Octenic acid; Pentylideneacetic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Octenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its oxidizable nature, minimize headspace in opened containers and avoid prolonged exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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