Description

1-Ethoxy-1-Heptene is a versatile vinyl ether intermediate characterized by its unique alkene and ether functionalities. This compound is valued for its role in organic synthesis, particularly in cycloaddition reactions and as a building block for more complex chemical architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key reagent in Claisen rearrangements and [2+2] cycloaddition reactions for constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Development: Used in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticide intermediates.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as a substrate in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Ethoxy-1-Heptene
CAS No.	90676-34-9
Molecular Formula	C9H18O
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Heptene, 1-ethoxy-; 1-Ethoxyhept-1-ene; Ethyl hept-1-en-1-yl ether; Hept-1-en-1-yl ethyl ether; Vinyl heptyl ether (related); EINECS Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethoxy-1-Heptene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	0.78 - 0.82 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.410 - 1.420

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