Description

6-Hydroxy-2,6-Dimethyl-1-(4-Methyl-2-Furyl)-7-Octen-1-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique furan-substituted enone structure. This molecule serves as a valuable high-purity intermediate and building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, prized for its specific reactivity profile. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the research and synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a model compound or starting material in methodological studies for developing new organic reactions, such as asymmetric catalysis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Its furan and enone functional groups make it a potential precursor for synthesizing specific aroma compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialized polymers with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-2,6-Dimethyl-1-(4-Methyl-2-Furyl)-7-Octen-1-One
CAS No.	79081-60-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂O₃
Molecular Weight	250.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Methyl-2-furanyl)-6-hydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-7-octen-1-one; 6-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-1-(4-methyl-2-furanyl)-7-octen-1-one; 1-(4-Methylfuran-2-yl)-6-hydroxy-2,6-dimethyloct-7-en-1-one; (E/Z)-6-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-1-(4-methyl-2-furyl)-7-octen-1-one; Furan-substituted enone intermediate; 79081-60-0 (CAS Registry Number)
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-Hydroxy-2,6-Dimethyl-1-(4-Methyl-2-Furyl)-7-Octen-1-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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