Description

(3Z,5Z)-12-Chloro-3,5-Dodecadiene is a high-purity, unsaturated chlorinated hydrocarbon intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of specialized fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific stereochemistry and functional groups enable precise molecular construction. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries seeking to develop novel compounds with targeted biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its conjugated diene system.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific terpene-like aroma molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3Z,5Z)-12-Chloro-3,5-Dodecadiene
CAS No.	71701-09-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₁Cl
Molecular Weight	200.75 g/mol
Synonyms	12-Chloro-(3Z,5Z)-dodecadiene; (Z,Z)-12-Chloro-3,5-dodecadiene; 3,5-Dodecadien-12-ol, 12-chloro-, (3Z,5Z)-; 12-Chloro-3,5-dodecadiene; (3Z,5Z)-12-Chlorododeca-3,5-diene
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Quality Control

Every batch of (3Z,5Z)-12-Chloro-3,5-Dodecadiene is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, isomeric purity, and chemical potency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z,Z)	≥ 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.