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5-Hexenyl acetate, 97%
Description
(4E,7Z)-4,7-Tridecadienyl acetate,a component of the sex pheromone was synthesized from 5-hexenyl acetate. CM of 5-decene with 5-hexenyl acetate is used to produce the insect pheromone. Used in olefin cross metathesis.
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(4E,7Z)-4,7-Tridecadienyl acetate,a component of the sex pheromone was synthesized from 5-hexenyl acetate. CM of 5-decene with 5-hexenyl acetate is used to produce the insect pheromone. Used in olefin cross metathesis.
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Density | 0.883 |
Boiling Point | 173°C to 174°C |
Flash Point | 60°C (142°F) |
Refractive Index | 1.423 |
Linear Formula | CH3CO2(CH2)4CH=CH2 |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN3272 |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water,soluble in alcohol. |
Formula Weight | 142.2 |
Percent Purity | 97% |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H226 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. |
Precautionary Statement | P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P243-P280-P303+P361+P353-P370+P378q-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: ESTERS, N.O.S. |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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