Description

2-Pentanone, 3,4-Dihydroxy- (6Ci,9Ci) is a specialized dihydroxy ketone derivative with the CAS number 101420-60-4. This compound serves as a valuable chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in developing molecules with specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require precise hydroxy-ketone functionality.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block for complex natural products, flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological development and catalysis studies within organic chemistry laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Its functional groups make it suitable for derivatization into chelating ligands for metal-catalyzed asymmetric reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone, 3,4-Dihydroxy- (6Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	101420-60-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dihydroxy-2-pentanone; 3,4-Dihydroxypentan-2-one; 2-Pentanone, 3,4-dihydroxy-; 1-Hydroxy-2-butanone, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxy-4-ketopentanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Pentanone, 3,4-Dihydroxy- (6Ci,9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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