Description

Pentanoic Acid, 3,4-Dioxo- (9Ci) is a high-purity, specialized dicarbonyl compound with the CAS registry number 138307-02-5, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique α-diketone functionality adjacent to a carboxylic acid makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and complex ligands. This chemical is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelator Production: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials requiring specific diketone motifs.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid, 3,4-Dioxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	138307-02-5
Molecular Formula	C5H6O4
Molecular Weight	130.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dioxopentanoic Acid; 3,4-Diketo-n-valeric Acid; 3,4-Dioxovaleric Acid; 2-Oxoglutaric Acid 3-Oxide; α-Ketoglutaric Acid Anhydride (related); Levulinic Acid, 3-Oxo- (related); 138307-02-5; 3,4-Dioxopentanoate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Pentanoic Acid, 3,4-Dioxo- (9Ci) is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards and your specific research or production requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to Off-White Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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