Description

cis-3-Methyl-2-Pentene is a high-purity, highly volatile alkene isomer used as a critical building block in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its defined stereochemistry and reactive double bond make it a valuable intermediate for producing fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in sectors requiring precise chemical intermediates, including agrochemicals, fragrance synthesis, and polymer research.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical active ingredients.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aroma compounds and flavoring agents.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in research for developing novel polymers with specific properties.
• Chemical Research and Development: A valuable reagent for studying alkene reactivity, stereoselective reactions, and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals where a specific isomeric structure is required.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Used as a substrate in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Methyl-2-Pentene
CAS No.	922-62-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12
Molecular Weight	84.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Methyl-2-pentene; 3-Methyl-cis-2-pentene; (2Z)-3-Methylpent-2-ene; 2-Pentene, 3-methyl-, (Z)-; NSC 74135; 3-Methyl-2-pentene (cis); (Z)-3-Methylpent-2-ene
EINECS	213-077-1

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Methyl-2-Pentene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, GC-MS, and NMR, to verify identity, isomeric purity, and chemical composition. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0% (cis-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%

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