Description

(2E,4E)-5-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-Trimethylphenyl)-3-Methylpenta-2,4-Dienal is a high-purity, specialized organic compound serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its conjugated dienal structure and methoxy-substituted aromatic ring make it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing retinoid analogs, anti-inflammatory agents, and other therapeutic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific structural motifs for activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic semiconductors and emissive layer materials due to its extended conjugation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and dyes where its specific unsaturated aldehyde functionality is required.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and the development of new synthetic pathways.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for designing polymers with tailored optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2E,4E)-5-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-Trimethylphenyl)-3-Methylpenta-2,4-Dienal
CAS No.	69877-38-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	270.37 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3-methyl-2,4-pentadienal; (E,E)-5-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3-methylpenta-2,4-dienal; 4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethyl-β-methylcinnamaldehyde; Retinoid Intermediate; Aromatic Dienal; TMMP Dienal; CAS 69877-38-9
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Quality Control

Our (2E,4E)-5-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-Trimethylphenyl)-3-Methylpenta-2,4-Dienal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer content, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or after opening to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomer Content (E,E)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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