Description

Ethyl 4-Oxotetrahydro-2H-Pyran-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic ester compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyranone structure, which is essential for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks found in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This intermediate is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing lactone or fused heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive carbonyl and ester functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds requiring the tetrahydro-2H-pyran scaffold.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and scale-up processes for new synthetic routes in organic chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers with unique thermal or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Oxotetrahydro-2H-Pyran-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	287193-07-1
Molecular Formula	C8H12O4
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-oxooxane-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxy-4-pyrone (hydrogenated); Ethyl tetrahydro-4-oxo-2H-pyran-2-carboxylate; 4-Oxo-tetrahydro-pyran-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-oxotetrahydropyran-2-carboxylate; Ethyl 4-oxo-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-carboxylate; 2H-Pyran-2-carboxylic acid, 4-oxotetrahydro-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Oxotetrahydro-2H-Pyran-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.