Description

4-Hexen-2-One, 3-Methyl-, (E)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, unsaturated ketone with a specific stereochemical configuration, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for the production of fine chemicals and complex molecules where precise structural control is required. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for its role in building chiral centers and introducing functional complexity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for the creation of specific scent and flavor molecules due to its unsaturated ketone structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for complex organic transformations, including Michael additions and cyclization reactions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexen-2-One, 3-Methyl-, (E)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	80201-26-9
Molecular Formula	C7H12O
Molecular Weight	112.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-Methyl-4-hexen-2-one; (E)-3-Methylhex-4-en-2-one; trans-3-Methyl-4-hexen-2-one; 4-Hexen-2-one, 3-methyl-, (E)-; 3-Methyl-4-hexen-2-one, (E)-; 3-Methyl-trans-4-hexen-2-one; (E)-3-Methyl-4-hexene-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hexen-2-One, 3-Methyl-, (E)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; ensure containers are properly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 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.