Description

n-Methoxy-n-Methylheptanamide is a specialized amide derivative, also known as a Weinreb amide, which serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a highly effective acylating agent, reacting with organometallic reagents to produce ketones with high selectivity and yield, while preventing over-addition. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-purity building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing ketone-containing molecular frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for fragrances, flavors, and other specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent in method development and exploratory chemistry for creating novel organic compounds.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of polymers and advanced functional materials with specific ketone functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methoxy-n-Methylheptanamide
CAS No.	104863-66-3
Molecular Formula	C9H19NO2
Molecular Weight	173.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methoxy-N-methylheptanamide; Heptanoic acid, N-methoxy-N-methylamide; N-Methoxy-N-methylenanthamide; Weinreb amide of heptanoic acid; Heptanoyl-N-methoxy-N-methylamide; N-Methoxy-N-methyl-heptanamid; N-Methoxy-N-methylheptanoamide
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Quality Control

Our n-Methoxy-n-Methylheptanamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your critical synthesis applications.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.