Description

2-Oxoheptanoic Acid is a versatile keto acid derivative with a seven-carbon backbone, serving as a critical building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a ketone and a carboxylic acid group, which enables its use in a wide range of chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is utilized as a key intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, active ingredients, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of specific aroma compounds and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and novel chemical entities in R&D laboratories.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be employed as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialized polyesters and other functional polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Used in metabolic pathway studies and as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxoheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	13088-48-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ketoheptanoic Acid; α-Ketoheptanoic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 2-oxo-; 2-Oxo-heptanoic acid; 2-Oxoenanthic Acid; 2-Oxo-n-heptanoic acid; α-Oxoheptanoic acid; 2-Oxo-1-heptanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Oxoheptanoic Acid is produced under stringent 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 test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.