Description

4-(3,5-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Butyric Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its specific aromatic substitution pattern and keto-ester functionality. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering a defined structural motif for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing target compounds with precision.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted phenyl ketone ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its molecular structure serves as a core fragment.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including heterocycles and natural product analogs.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a precursor for specialty polymers or organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system potential.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3,5-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Butyric Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1283293-97-9
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(3,5-dimethylphenyl)-3-oxobutanoate; 3-Oxo-4-(3,5-dimethylphenyl)butyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Oxo-4-(3,5-dimethylphenyl)butyrate; 4-(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)-3-oxobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Butyric acid, 4-(3,5-dimethylphenyl)-3-oxo-, ethyl ester; 3,5-Dimethylphenylacetone ethyl ester (derivative)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3,5-Dimethyl-Phenyl)-3-Oxo-Butyric Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.