Description

Ethyl 7-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4,7-dioxoheptanoate is a high-purity synthetic intermediate characterized by its distinct diketone and ester functional groups attached to a phenyl backbone. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical manufacturers developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals where precise structural control is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with aryl ketone or 1,4-diketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific phenyl-substituted diketone structures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile substrate for cyclization reactions, cross-coupling, and the preparation of heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating novel polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a reference standard for analytical method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 7-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4,7-dioxoheptanoate
CAS No.	1188265-06-6
Molecular Formula	C16H20O5
Molecular Weight	292.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 7-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4,7-dioxoheptanoate; 7-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4,7-dioxoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4,7-Dioxo-7-(4-methoxyphenyl)heptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4,7-Dioxo-7-(p-methoxyphenyl)heptanoate; Heptanoic acid, 7-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4,7-dioxo-, ethyl ester; p-Methoxyphenyl Diketone Ester; CAS 1188265-06-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 7-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-4,7-dioxoheptanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.