Description

3-Diazopentane-2,4-Dione is a versatile diazo compound and a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its reactive diazo and diketone functional groups make it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic structures and for use in cyclopropanation reactions. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create complex molecular scaffolds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cyclopropanation reactions and as a precursor for generating metal carbenoids in catalytic cycles.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for chemists in research institutions and corporate labs exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Investigated for the preparation of polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Diazopentane-2,4-Dione
CAS No.	29397-21-5
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	126.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Diazoacetylacetone; 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-diazo-; 3-Diazo-2,4-pentanedione; Diazoacetoacetate; Acetyl diazomethane ketone; Diazodimedone (precursor form); 3-Diazoacetylacetone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Diazopentane-2,4-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers must be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.