Description

Hepta-4,6-Dien-2-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a conjugated dienone structure, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring high-purity building blocks for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Its unique reactivity profile makes it particularly suitable for applications in organic synthesis, fragrance development, and materials science research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for the creation of specific scent and flavor molecules due to its reactive carbonyl and diene groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and pigments.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloaddition studies in synthetic chemistry laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hepta-4,6-Dien-2-One
CAS No.	94291-57-3
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Heptadien-2-one; 2-Hepten-5-one-4,6-diene; (4E,6E)-Hepta-4,6-dien-2-one; Heptadienone; 1-Methyl-1,3,5-hexatrien-3-one; 2-Oxohepta-4,6-diene
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Quality Control

Our Hepta-4,6-Dien-2-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.