Description

2-(1-Hydroxy-3-Methylbutylidene)-4-(3-Methoxy-3-Methylbutyl)-4-Cyclopentene-1,3-Dione is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopentenedione core with functionalized alkylidene and alkyl substituents. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for building novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex cyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its functionalized diketone moiety.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and performance materials.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound in organic synthesis and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Hydroxy-3-Methylbutylidene)-4-(3-Methoxy-3-Methylbutyl)-4-Cyclopentene-1,3-Dione
CAS No.	18632-28-5
Molecular Formula	C16H24O4
Molecular Weight	280.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Methoxy-3-methylbutyl)-2-(1-hydroxy-3-methylbutylidene)cyclopent-4-ene-1,3-dione; 2-(1-Hydroxy-3-methylbutylidene)-4-(3-methoxy-3-methylbutyl)cyclopent-4-ene-1,3-dione; 4-Cyclopentene-1,3-dione, 2-(1-hydroxy-3-methylbutylidene)-4-(3-methoxy-3-methylbutyl)-; (E/Z)-2-(1-Hydroxy-3-methylbutylidene)-4-(3-methoxy-3-methylbutyl)cyclopent-4-ene-1,3-dione
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Hydroxy-3-Methylbutylidene)-4-(3-Methoxy-3-Methylbutyl)-4-Cyclopentene-1,3-Dione is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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