Description

(Z)-5-Methyl-4-Undecene is a high-purity, unsaturated hydrocarbon belonging to the class of alkenes. This specialized olefin is valued for its defined stereochemistry and specific carbon chain length, making it a crucial building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel materials, fine chemicals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the development and scale-up of novel drug candidates, particularly where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer precursor in the development of specialized polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the synthesis of advanced pesticide and herbicide intermediates.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized as a starting material for creating specific, high-value aroma chemicals.
• Catalysis Research: Used as a model substrate in asymmetric hydrogenation and other catalytic process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-5-Methyl-4-Undecene
CAS No.	74630-69-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-5-Methylundec-4-ene; (4Z)-5-Methyl-4-undecene; 5-Methyl-4-undecene, (Z)-; cis-5-Methyl-4-undecene; 4-Undecene, 5-methyl-, (Z)-; Undecene, 5-methyl-4-, (Z)-
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-5-Methyl-4-Undecene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to confirm identity, stereochemical purity (Z-isomer), and chemical purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
(Z)-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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