Description

Pent-3-Yn-2-One is a versatile alkyne-containing ketone, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive acetylene and carbonyl functional groups make it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from medicinal chemistry to materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring alkyne motifs for click chemistry or further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, where its molecular framework contributes to bioactive molecule design.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing carbon-carbon bonds, heterocycles, and complex natural product analogs.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials that benefit from conjugated alkyne systems.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents with unique structural profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pent-3-Yn-2-One
CAS No.	7299-55-0
Molecular Formula	C5H6O
Molecular Weight	82.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pentyn-2-one; 1-Methyl-2-propynyl ketone; 2-Propynyl methyl ketone; Methyl 2-propynyl ketone; Acetylethylacetylene; 3-Butyn-2-one, 3-methyl-; 7299-55-0; Pent-3-yn-2-on
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Quality Control

Our Pent-3-Yn-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and meet the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients.

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, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, 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.