Description

Octane-2,4,5,7-Tetrone is a high-purity diketone compound, also known as 2,4,5,7-Octanetetrone, valued for its role as a versatile chemical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure makes it a critical precursor for the development of complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex carbon skeletons and conducting methodological studies.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the synthesis of organic dyes and functional pigments.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octane-2,4,5,7-Tetrone
CAS No.	1114-91-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10O4
Molecular Weight	170.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,5,7-Octanetetrone; 1,2,4,5-Tetracetyl ethane; Octane-2,4,5,7-tetraone; 2,4,5,7-Tetraoxooctane; 3,4-Diacetyl-2,5-hexanedione; Diacetyldiacetylethane; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	214-226-5

Quality Control

Our Octane-2,4,5,7-Tetrone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.