Description

(2E,4E)-4-Propyl-2,4-Heptadienoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, conjugated dienoate ester characterized by its specific (2E,4E) stereochemistry. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its defined molecular structure and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical R&D teams for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of complex molecules for drug discovery and development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific aroma compounds and fragrance molecules.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in polymer and advanced material research.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex ring systems.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, calibration, and quality control in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2E,4E)-4-Propyl-2,4-Heptadienoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	67428-34-6
Molecular Formula	C11H18O2
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2E,4E)-4-Propyl-2,4-heptadienoate; 4-Propyl-2,4-heptadienoic acid methyl ester; (E,E)-Methyl 4-propylhepta-2,4-dienoate; 2,4-Heptadienoic acid, 4-propyl-, methyl ester, (2E,4E)-; Methyl 4-propyl-(2E,4E)-2,4-heptadienoate
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Quality Control

Our (2E,4E)-4-Propyl-2,4-Heptadienoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity ((2E,4E) Isomer)	≥ 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.