Description

3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethylhept-3-En-2-One CAS NO 86115-11-9 is a high-purity, branched-chain ketone with a unique molecular structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its ability to impart specific steric and electronic properties to target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating unique musk-like or woody odorant molecules in high-end perfumery.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex organic frameworks, including natural product analogs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or modifier to introduce specific branching and functionality into specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research: Applied in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethylhept-3-En-2-One
CAS No.	86115-11-9
Molecular Formula	C12H22O
Molecular Weight	182.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethyl-3-hepten-2-one; 3-Hepten-2-one, 3,4,5,6,6-pentamethyl-; 86115-11-9; Pentamethylheptenone; Isobutyl diisopropyl ketone (derivative); Branched C12 ketone intermediate
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Quality Control

Our 3,4,5,6,6-Pentamethylhept-3-En-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.850 - 0.870
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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