Description

Dimethyl 4-Oxoheptanedioate is a high-purity diester and keto-diacid derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering both ester and ketone groups for sequential or selective chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for developing complex molecules, active ingredients, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a specific keto-diester backbone for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its reactive sites allow for the construction of specific bioactive scaffolds.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of polyesters and other functional polymers with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex esters and ketones used in high-value aroma chemicals and flavors.
• Organic Synthesis & Research Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks, heterocycles, and natural product analogs.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized for preparing chelating ligands and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its oxygen-rich functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 4-Oxoheptanedioate
CAS No.	22634-92-0
Molecular Formula	C9H14O5
Molecular Weight	202.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 4-oxopimelate; 4-Oxoheptanedioic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 4-oxoheptane-1,7-dioate; 4-Ketopimelic acid dimethyl ester; Heptanedioic acid, 4-oxo-, dimethyl ester; 1,7-Dimethoxy-1,7-dioxoheptan-4-one; 4-Oxopimelic Acid Dimethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 4-Oxoheptanedioate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems support compliance with global regulatory requirements for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.