4-Methyl-3-cyclohexenone

4-Methyl-3-cyclohexenone - Names and Identifiers

Name	4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene
Synonyms	M294635 4-Methyl-3-cyclohexenone 4-Methylcyclohex-3-enone 4-Methylcyclohex-3-en-1-one 4-methylcyclohex-3-en-1-one 4-Methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-one 3-Cyclohexen-1-one, 4-Methyl- 4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene
CAS	5259-65-4
EINECS	226-065-7
InChI	InChI=1/C7H10O/c1-6-2-4-7(8)5-3-6/h2H,3-5H2,1H3

4-Methyl-3-cyclohexenone - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molar Mass	110.15
Density	0.9551
Melting Point	12°C
Boling Point	170°C (estimate)
Flash Point	55.5°C
Vapor Presure	1.43mmHg at 25°C
Storage Condition	-20°C Freezer
Refractive Index	1.4652

4-Methyl-3-cyclohexenone - Introduction

4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene(4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene) is an organic compound with the following properties:

Chemical formula: C9H14O
Molecular weight: 138.21g/mol
Appearance: colorless liquid
Melting point:-24 ℃
Boiling point: 167-168 ℃
Density: 0.926g/cm³

4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene is commonly used as an organic synthesis reagent and can be used in a series of organic reactions. As a ketone compound, it has strong electrophilicity and can be reduced to the corresponding alcohol. It can also be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds, such as heterocyclic compounds and natural products.

The process for preparing 4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene is generally carried out by reacting cyclohexene with acetic anhydride. In the reaction, the oxidation of acetic anhydride to acetic acid and the use of a vanadium dioxide catalyst increase the electrophilicity of cyclohexene and react to form 4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene.

Regarding safety information, 4-Acetyl-1-Methyl Cyclohexene is an organic compound and should be operated in an operating room and wear appropriate chemical protection equipment. It is flammable and may be irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory system. Therefore, care should be taken to avoid contact with skin and eyes and ensure good indoor ventilation. For more specific safety information, refer to the safety data sheet (MSDS) of the chemical.

Last Update：2024-04-10 22:29:15