Description

Ethyl 4-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,4-Dioxobutanoate is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a β-diketone ester structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing heterocyclic frameworks and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its diketone moiety for chelation and bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme mechanisms.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring complex, multi-step transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,4-Dioxobutanoate
CAS No.	1019457-35-2
Molecular Formula	C14H16O4
Molecular Weight	248.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3,4-dimethylbenzoylacetate; Ethyl (3,4-dimethylbenzoyl)acetate; 4-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic acid ethyl ester; 2,4-Dioxo-4-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)butanoic acid ethyl ester; Butanoic acid, 2,4-dioxo-4-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 4-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-2,4-Dioxobutanoate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, with specifications tailored to meet the rigorous demands of research and process scale-up. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (by HPLC), and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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