Description

2,2-Dimethyl-4-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of substituted butyric acid derivatives. This chemical serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex target molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its unique aromatic-substituted structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks via reactions at the ketone and carboxylic acid functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers, ligands, or additives where its specific molecular architecture imparts desired properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied to analytical laboratories for use as a high-purity standard in method development and quality control testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethyl-4-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid
CAS No.	146645-55-8
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxobutanoic acid; 2,2-Dimethyl-4-oxo-4-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)butyric acid; 4-(2,3-Dimethylbenzoyl)-2,2-dimethylbutyric acid; Butanoic acid, 4-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)-2,2-dimethyl-4-oxo-; 146645-55-8; 2,2-Dimethyl-4-(2,3-dimethylbenzoyl)butyric acid
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethyl-4-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced intermediate applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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