Description

Methyl 5-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-Oxovalerate is a high-purity fluorinated ketoester intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its versatile reactivity, serving as a key building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the fluorophenyl moiety enhances biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the ketone and ester functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-Oxovalerate
CAS No.	149437-67-2
Molecular Formula	C12H13FO3
Molecular Weight	224.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-(4-fluorobenzoyl)valerate; Methyl 4-(4-fluorobenzoyl)butyrate; 5-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester; 4-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)butyric acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-oxo-5-(4-fluorophenyl)pentanoate; 149437-67-2; Pentanoic acid, 5-(4-fluorophenyl)-5-oxo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-(4-Fluorophenyl)-5-Oxovalerate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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