2-Methyl-6-methyleneoct-7-en-4-ol

2-Methyl-6-methyleneoct-7-en-4-ol (CAS 14314-21-7) is a C8 alcohol used as a semiochemical component in surveillance and IPM work against IPS.

The only target recorded in our file is IPS — which is why the material is held for surveillance work rather than as general stock.

It is also used as a spiking standard when a laboratory needs to confirm that a finished lure still contains what the label claims after a season in the field.

Where it is used

This material sits in the working part of the catalogue: the compounds formulation teams ask for by CAS when a blend needs a specific isomer, a reference point for a chromatogram, or a small quantity to test before committing to a drum.

Isomer, stability and handling

Alcohols are comparatively stable but hygroscopic. Small water uptake is enough to move a release rate over a long flight season, so keep containers sealed and dry between weighing operations.

Store cool, dry and dark: sealed under nitrogen or argon at −20 °C for holdings longer than one season, and let containers reach room temperature before opening so condensation does not enter the material. Weigh and formulate in a ventilated area; the safety data sheet gives handling detail for the neat substance.

Documentation and packing

Every lot ships with a certificate of analysis covering assay, isomeric composition and the chromatogram used to establish both. Safety data sheets are issued in the destination’s required language.

Standard packing for this line is 1kg / 25kg / 100kg, with smaller development quantities available so a blend can be trialled before a bulk order. Lead time is confirmed at quotation.

Specification

Product name	2-Methyl-6-methyleneoct-7-en-4-ol
CAS number	14314-21-7
Molecular formula	C10H18O
Molecular weight	154.25 g/mol
Chemical class	Alcohol
Function	Semiochemical component
Assay and isomeric purity	Stated per lot on the certificate of analysis
Standard packing	1kg / 25kg / 100kg
Development quantity	Available on request, below standard pack
Lead time	Confirmed at quotation
Catalogue reference	S3-14314-21-7

Target species recorded against this compound

• IPS

Species records are drawn from the blend literature filed for this material. Where a programme targets a species not listed, the blend is usually a ratio question rather than a different compound — send the target and we will confirm.