Description

(Z)-6-Dodecene CAS NO 7206-29-3 is a high-purity, unsaturated hydrocarbon belonging to the class of linear alpha olefins. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable intermediate in organic synthesis and industrial chemistry, prized for its specific stereochemistry and terminal double bond. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical sectors for the production of fine chemicals, aroma compounds, and functional materials.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing specific musk compounds, esters, and other aroma chemicals used in perfumery and food flavorings.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Used as a co-monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polymers, including polyalphaolefins (PAOs) and other olefin-based materials to tailor properties like flexibility and reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a crucial reagent in various organic transformations, including metathesis reactions, hydroformylation, and alkylation processes to create longer-chain or more complex molecules.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive Precursor: Employed in the manufacture of synthetic lubricant base stocks and performance-enhancing additives for fuels and industrial oils.
• Surfactant and Detergent Industry: Serves as a feedstock for producing surfactants and detergent alcohols via processes like sulfonation or ethoxylation.
• Research and Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D laboratories as a standard or starting material for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-6-Dodecene
CAS No.	7206-29-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-6-Dodecene; cis-6-Dodecene; 6-Dodecene, (Z)-; (6Z)-Dodec-6-ene; cis-Dodec-6-ene; 6-cis-Dodecene; Dodec-6Z-ene; 6-Dodecene (cis-)
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-6-Dodecene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 98.0% (of total Dodecene)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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