Description

4-Hexen-3-One,5-Hydroxy is a versatile organic compound with a unique structure combining ketone and alcohol functional groups. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is particularly relevant for industries focused on developing new active ingredients, flavors, and fragrances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Used in the research and development of new aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its reactive carbonyl and hydroxyl groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for various organic transformations, including condensation and reduction reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the development of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexen-3-One,5-Hydroxy
CAS No.	7307-03-1
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-4-hexen-3-one; 4-Hexen-3-one, 5-hydroxy-; 5-Hydroxyhex-4-en-3-one; 3-Hexen-2-one, 5-hydroxy-; 5-Hydroxy-3-hexen-2-one; 1-Hydroxy-2-butenyl methyl ketone; 2-Buten-1-ol, 1-methyl-3-oxo-
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hexen-3-One,5-Hydroxy is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatography. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch and provided upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.