Description

Ethyl 3-Oxo-4-Phenylpentanoate is a versatile β-keto ester derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a ketone and an ester functional group adjacent to a stereogenic center, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of various drug candidates, including potential cardiovascular and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as a building block for developing novel pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent in methodological development for new asymmetric carbon-carbon bond forming reactions.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in enantioselective transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 3-Oxo-4-Phenylpentanoate
CAS No.	188396-20-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Oxo-4-Phenylpentanoate; Ethyl 4-Phenyl-3-oxopentanoate; 3-Oxo-4-phenylpentanoic acid ethyl ester; 4-Phenyl-3-oxopentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (RS)-3-Oxo-4-Phenylpentanoate; (±)-Ethyl 3-Oxo-4-Phenylpentanoate; Ethyl β-Keto-β-phenylvalerate; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Oxo-4-Phenylpentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, chiral purity (if applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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