Description

3-Oxo-5-Phenyl-Pentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile β-keto ester intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a reactive ketone and an ester group adjacent to an aromatic ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with phenylalkylamine or related structures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Claisen condensation, Michael addition, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions to create more complex organic molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used in chemical research for method development, catalysis studies, and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxo-5-Phenyl-Pentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	17071-29-3
Molecular Formula	C13H16O3
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Oxo-5-phenylpentanoate; Ethyl 5-Phenyl-3-oxopentanoate; 5-Phenyl-3-oxopentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Oxo-5-phenylvaleric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Keto-δ-phenylvalerate; Ethyl 3-Keto-5-phenylpentanoate; 17071-29-3; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxo-5-Phenyl-Pentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

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

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.