Description

2-n-Hexyl-4-Pentynoic Acid is a specialized aliphatic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and an internal alkyne functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for organic synthesis and advanced material development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing complex carbon skeletons and introducing specific functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: The alkyne group enables its use in polymerization reactions, such as click chemistry, to create polymers with tailored properties for coatings and advanced materials.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials due to its rigid, linear structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile synthon in academic and industrial research for carbon-carbon bond formation and derivatization reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific aroma compounds requiring precise molecular structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-n-Hexyl-4-Pentynoic Acid
CAS No.	96017-59-3
Molecular Formula	C11H18O2
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexyl-4-pentynoic Acid; 4-Pentynoic Acid, 2-hexyl-; 2-Hexylpent-4-ynoic Acid; Hexylpentynoic Acid; 96017-59-3; 2-n-Hexyl-4-pentynoic acid; 2-Hexyl-4-pentynoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-n-Hexyl-4-Pentynoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizers, bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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