Description

Butyl 2,4-Dioxovalerate is a valuable organic ester compound, specifically the butyl ester of 2,4-dioxovaleric acid, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research and development. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates for scalable production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in heterocyclic and complex organic molecule construction.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a specialized building block for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for novel compound discovery and process chemistry optimization.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a reagent in various organic transformations, including condensation and esterification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl 2,4-Dioxovalerate
CAS No.	10153-83-0
Molecular Formula	C9H14O4
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl 2,4-Dioxopentanoate; Butyl Acetoacetate, Oxo-; Butyl 3-Oxobutanoylformate; 2,4-Dioxovaleric Acid Butyl Ester; 3-Oxobutanoylformic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl 3-Oxobutanoylformate; Butyl Oxaloacetate (derivative); Butyl 2-Ketoglutarate (derivative)
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Quality Control

Our Butyl 2,4-Dioxovalerate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.