Description

(S)-1-Ethoxy-1-Oxopropan-2-Yl 3-Oxobutanoate (Wxg02655) is a chiral, high-purity chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which incorporates both an ester and a β-ketoester moiety, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with precise stereochemistry. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications such as asymmetric synthesis and the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for constructing complex organic frameworks in research and custom synthesis.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development and study of new chiral catalysts.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of chiral, biologically active compounds for crop protection.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of chiral esters and lactones that contribute to specific sensory profiles.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-1-Ethoxy-1-Oxopropan-2-Yl 3-Oxobutanoate (Wxg02655)
CAS No.	22886-02-8
Molecular Formula	C9H14O5
Molecular Weight	202.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-Ethyl 2-(acetoacetoxy)propanoate; (S)-Ethyl 2-acetoacetoxypropionate; (S)-1-Ethoxy-1-oxopropan-2-yl acetoacetate; (S)-Ethyl lactate acetoacetate; L-Ethyl 2-(acetoacetoxy)propionate; Acetoacetic acid (S)-(-)-1-ethoxycarbonylethyl ester; Wxg02655; (S)-(-)-Ethyl 2-acetoacetoxypropionate
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Quality Control

Our (S)-1-Ethoxy-1-Oxopropan-2-Yl 3-Oxobutanoate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to meet the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.