Description

4-Ketoundecanoicacid is a high-purity, versatile keto acid building block with the CAS number 22847-06-9. This compound is valued for its reactive carbonyl and carboxylic acid functional groups, enabling its use in sophisticated organic synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D, particularly in carbon chain extension and heterocycle formation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier for creating specialized polyesters and other functional polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Used in metabolic studies and as a synthetic analog for naturally occurring fatty acid derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ketoundecanoicacid
CAS No.	22847-06-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₀O₃
Molecular Weight	200.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxoundecanoic Acid; 4-Oxododecanoic Acid (common misnomer); Undecanoic acid, 4-oxo-; 4-Ketododecanoic Acid; 4-Oxohendecanoic Acid; 4-Oxoundecanoic Acid; 4-Oxoundecylic Acid; 4-Ketoundecylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ketoundecanoicacid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The product is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be handled with appropriate chemical safety precautions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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