Description

2-(1-Oxo-2-Methylpropyl)-6,6-Dimethyl-4-Cyclohexene-1,3-Dione is a specialized diketone derivative with a unique cyclic structure, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive carbonyl groups and the steric environment provided by the gem-dimethyl and isobutyryl substituents, enabling precise chemical transformations. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for derivatization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and advanced materials requiring specific diketone functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other cyclization processes.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Potential intermediate in the creation of complex musk or woody odorant molecules due to its bicyclic structural motif.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Oxo-2-Methylpropyl)-6,6-Dimethyl-4-Cyclohexene-1,3-Dione
CAS No.	22601-85-0
Molecular Formula	C12H16O3
Molecular Weight	208.26 g/mol
Synonyms	6,6-Dimethyl-2-(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)-4-cyclohexene-1,3-dione; 2-Isobutyryl-6,6-dimethyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione; 6,6-Dimethyl-2-(2-methylpropanoyl)cyclohex-4-ene-1,3-dione; 2-(2-Methyl-1-oxopropyl)-6,6-dimethyl-4-cyclohexene-1,3-dione; Isobutyryl Dimedone; 2-(2-Methylpropionyl)-6,6-dimethyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Oxo-2-Methylpropyl)-6,6-Dimethyl-4-Cyclohexene-1,3-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.