Description

Methyl 3-Oxo-2-Propionylpentanoate is a high-purity β-keto ester derivative, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing heterocyclic frameworks like pyrazoles and pyridines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel active compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and performance materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on Claisen condensations and Michael additions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to prepare complex natural product analogs and other high-value organic targets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Oxo-2-Propionylpentanoate
CAS No.	158511-22-9
Molecular Formula	C9H14O4
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-propionyl-3-oxopentanoate; 3-Oxo-2-propionylpentanoic acid methyl ester; 2-Propionyl-3-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-oxo-2-propionylvalerate; 158511-22-9; β-Keto ester derivative; Pentanoic acid, 3-oxo-2-propionyl-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Oxo-2-Propionylpentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support development under cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical applications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.