Description

3-Methylbut-2-Enyl Formate is an organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance component. This highly volatile compound is crucial for synthesizing more complex molecules and imparting specific organoleptic notes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a synthetic intermediate or a direct component in the creation of fruity, green, or herbal aroma profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block or protecting group reagent in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the production pathway for certain pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Acts as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural products.
• Specialty Chemicals: Utilized in the formulation of specialty solvents, plasticizers, or other performance chemicals requiring specific ester functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylbut-2-Enyl Formate
CAS No.	68480-28-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dimethylallyl formate; Prenyl formate; 3-Methyl-2-butenyl formate; 3-Methylbut-2-en-1-yl formate; Isopentenyl formate; Formic acid 3-methylbut-2-enyl ester; 1-Formyloxy-3-methylbut-2-ene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylbut-2-Enyl Formate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	0.91 - 0.95 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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