Description

4-Penten-2-One, 3-Ethyl-4-Methyl- (7Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 83810-28-0 is a specialized, high-purity unsaturated ketone used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a ketone and an alkene functional group, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific chiral centers or complex ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, where its reactive sites allow for the creation of targeted bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials due to its polymerizable alkene group.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on Michael additions, cycloadditions, and asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Penten-2-One, 3-Ethyl-4-Methyl- (7Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	83810-28-0
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-4-methyl-4-penten-2-one; 4-Penten-2-one, 3-ethyl-4-methyl-; 3-Ethyl-4-methylpent-4-en-2-one; 4-Methyl-3-ethyl-4-penten-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 4-Penten-2-One, 3-Ethyl-4-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. 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, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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