Description

3-Pentanone, 2,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is a specialized diketone derivative with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both ketone and hydroxyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific diketone or diol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for creating complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a potential ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its oxygen-rich functional groups.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: May be used as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma compounds, subject to regulatory approval and purity grades.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentanone, 2,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	218441-48-6
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dihydroxy-3-pentanone; 2,4-Dihydroxypentan-3-one; Acetylacetone alcohol; 3-Pentanone, 2,4-dihydroxy-; 2,4-Dihydroxy-3-oxopentane; 3-Oxopentane-2,4-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Pentanone, 2,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay purity and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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