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Hydroprene

Also known as Gencor, ethyl (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoate, (2E,4E)-Hydroprene

CAS 41096-46-2Formula C17H30O2Molar mass 266.43 g/molEC 609-897-9
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Hydroprene chemical structure, C17H30O2, CAS 41096-46-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
41096-46-2
Formula
C17H30O2
Appearance
Amber liquid
Solubility
In water, 0.54 mg/l. Soluble in common organic solvents.
HS code
291619
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks
Illustrative photo, sealed amber glass ampoules on a laboratory bench
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What is Hydroprene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hydroprene is the ethyl ester of (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoic acid. It has a role as a juvenile hormone mimic. It is an ethyl ester and a farnesane sesquiterpenoid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethyl (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoate
CAS number
41096-46-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 36557-30-9
EC number
609-897-9
Molecular formula
C17H30O2
UNII
3SS174B1Y9
MDL number
MFCD00233106
InChIKey
FYQGBXGJFWXIPP-UEVLXMDPSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H30O2/c1-6-19-17(18)13-16(5)12-8-11-15(4)10-7-9-14(2)3/h8,12-15H,6-7,9-11H2,1-5H3/b12-8+,16-13+
Canonical SMILES
CCOC(=O)C=C(C)C=CCC(C)CCCC(C)C
Isomeric SMILES
CCOC(=O)/C=C(\C)/C=C/CC(C)CCCC(C)C

Synonyms

  • Gencor
  • ethyl (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoate
  • (2E,4E)-Hydroprene
  • Altozar IGR
  • ZR 512
  • Ethyl (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoate
  • Gentrol
  • EGYT 2669
  • OMS 1696
  • ENT 70459
  • Ethyl 3,7,11-trimethyl-trans-2,trans-4-dodecadienoate
  • Ethyl (E,E)-(+-)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoate
  • (RS)-Hydroprene
  • (E,E)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoic acid, ethyl ester
  • Altozar
  • Ethyl (E,E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoate
  • Entacone
  • (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoic acid, ethyl ester
  • 2,4-Dodecadienoic acid, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, ethyl ester, (2E,4E)-
  • 3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoate
  • Ethyl 3,7,11-trimethyldodecene-2,4-dienoate
  • 2,4-Dodecadienoic acid, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, ethyl ester
  • Ethyl (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-dodeca-2-4-dienoate
  • 2,4-Dodecadienoic acid, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, ethyl ester, (E,E)-
Show all 31 synonyms
  • Ethyl(2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoate
  • Hydroprene, (+/-)-
  • Dodeca-2,4-dienoic acid, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, ethyl ester, (2E,4E)-
  • Hydroprene (mixture of E and Z isomers)
  • ethyl-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,4-dodecadienoate
  • DL-Ethyl 3,7,11-trimethyl-trans-trans-2,4-dodecadienoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Amber liquidexp.
Solubility
In water, 0.54 mg/l. Soluble in common organic solvents.exp.
Vapour pressure
25 mPa at 25 °Cexp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
266.43 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
266.2246 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.9calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
19calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.71calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Insect growth regulator.

Control of Coleoptera, Homoptera, and Lepidoptera. Also control of cockroaches in residential buildings and non-food areas of industrial and commercial premises.

Roles

  • growth regulator
  • insect growth regulator
  • insecticide
  • juvenile hormone mimic
  • pesticide

Functional uses

  • Biocide

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Hydroprene is traded under.

HS 2916.19Indicative HS code

Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides…

World exports in 2024
$674M
−9.6% vs 2023, imports $722M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China44.5%
  2. Germany15.3%
  3. India * partner reported11.5%
Top importers
  1. United States17.1%
  2. Netherlands7.8%
  3. South Korea7.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Hydroprene is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Hydroprene, based on the data on this page

What is Hydroprene?

Hydroprene is the ethyl ester of (2E,4E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,4-dienoic acid. It has a role as a juvenile hormone mimic. It is an ethyl ester and a farnesane sesquiterpenoid.

What is the CAS number of Hydroprene?

The CAS registry number of Hydroprene is 41096-46-2. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 36557-30-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hydroprene?

The molecular formula of Hydroprene is C17H30O2 and its molar mass is 266.43 g/mol.

What is Hydroprene used for?

Insect growth regulator. Control of Coleoptera, Homoptera, and Lepidoptera. Also control of cockroaches in residential buildings and non-food areas of industrial and commercial premises.

Is Hydroprene hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hydroprene is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hydroprene?

Hydroprene is usually classified under HS code 291619 (Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is the price of Hydroprene?

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