Description

3-Methylpent-3-En-1-Yl Formate is a specialized organic ester with a unique branched, unsaturated structure. This compound is valued as a versatile chemical intermediate and a potential source of specific flavor and fragrance notes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and fine chemical synthesis industries for its reactive properties and organoleptic characteristics.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block or a direct component for creating fruity, green, or herbal aroma profiles in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, leveraging its reactive formate and alkene functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the production of certain pesticides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Solvent and Carrier: Employed in specialized formulations where a highly volatile organic ester is required.
• Research & Development: Utilized in organic chemistry research for studying esterification reactions, alkene transformations, and as a model compound.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylpent-3-En-1-Yl Formate
CAS No.	72845-37-5
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-3-penten-1-yl formate; 3-Methylpent-3-enyl formate; 3-Methyl-3-pentenyl formate; Formic acid 3-methyl-3-pentenyl ester; 1-Formyloxy-3-methyl-3-pentene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylpent-3-En-1-Yl Formate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.910 - 0.930

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