Description

2-Ethylcycloheptan-1-One is a specialized alicyclic ketone with a unique seven-membered ring structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex cyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its cycloheptanone core contributes to specific biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for musk analogs and other specialty aroma chemicals, contributing to unique olfactory profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for cyclization reactions, ring expansion studies, and the synthesis of natural product analogs.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylcycloheptan-1-One
CAS No.	3183-41-3
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylcycloheptanone; 2-Ethylsuberone; 1-Cycloheptanone, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethyl-1-cycloheptanone; Ethyl cycloheptyl ketone; NSC 406925
EINECS	221-695-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethylcycloheptan-1-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for all shipments, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475
Density (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL

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