Description

6-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl)-2-Methylhept-2-En-4-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a phenolic hydroxyl group and an enone moiety, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its unique structural features.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for the manufacture of complex fragrances, flavors, and functional materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing advanced polymeric materials with specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl)-2-Methylhept-2-En-4-One
CAS No.	949081-05-4
Molecular Formula	C15H20O2
Molecular Weight	232.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)hept-2-en-4-one; 6-(4-Hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-methyl-2-hepten-4-one; 2-Methyl-6-(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-hepten-4-one; (E)-6-(4-Hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-methylhept-2-en-4-one; 949081-05-4; 6-(4-Hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-2-methyl-4-hepten-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 6-(4-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl)-2-Methylhept-2-En-4-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.