Description

Methyl 5-(Dimethylamino)-5-oxopentanoate is a high-purity chemical intermediate featuring a versatile diester and tertiary amine functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a glutaric acid derivative framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and dyes.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in the development of biochemical probes and drug delivery systems due to its reactive ester and amine groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-(Dimethylamino)-5-oxopentanoate
CAS No.	14471-87-5
Molecular Formula	C8H15NO3
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Dimethylamino)-5-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-(dimethylamino)-5-oxovalerate; Methyl 4-(methoxycarbonyl)butyldimethylammonium betaine (tautomer); Dimethyl glutaramate N-oxide (related); Glutaric acid methyl ester dimethylamide; Valeric acid, 5-(dimethylamino)-5-oxo-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-(Dimethylamino)-5-oxopentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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