Description

(E)-Hept-2-Enoyl Chloride is a versatile, high-purity acid chloride intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as an acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the hept-2-enoyl moiety into target molecules. This compound is particularly critical for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable building block for creating complex amides, esters, and ketones.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring a specific unsaturated fatty acid chain.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its alkenyl structure contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including polyamides and polyesters with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A fundamental acylating agent in research laboratories for the preparation of amides, esters, and acid anhydrides under mild conditions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specific aroma compounds and flavoring agents that mimic natural products.
• Material Science: Used in surface modification and the creation of functionalized materials via covalent bonding.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-Hept-2-Enoyl Chloride
CAS No.	76875-23-5
Molecular Formula	C7H11ClO
Molecular Weight	146.61 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Heptenoyl Chloride; trans-2-Heptenoyl Chloride; (E)-Hept-2-enoic acid chloride; trans-Hept-2-enoyl chloride; 2-Heptenoyl chloride, (E)-; Hept-2(E)-enoyl chloride; (E)-2-Heptenoic acid chloride; NSC 163081
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (E)-Hept-2-Enoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts violently with water, strong bases, and alcohols. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for prolonged storage or after opening to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Specific Gravity (20°C)	~1.00 - 1.05
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.450 - 1.460

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