Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-2-Butanone is a versatile organic compound and a valuable chiral building block in fine chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a ketone and a hydroxyl group, makes it a key intermediate for producing flavors, fragrances, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, flavor & fragrance, and agrochemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates for complex syntheses.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral synthon in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex molecules.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of natural and synthetic flavor compounds, contributing to fruity and buttery notes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for asymmetric synthesis and the construction of complex molecular frameworks.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-2-Butanone
CAS No.	3393-64-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4-hydroxy-2-butanone; 3-Methyl-4-oxo-2-butanol; 2-Butanone, 4-hydroxy-3-methyl-; Acetyl methyl carbinol; 1-Hydroxy-2-methyl-3-butanone; 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutan-4-one; 4-Oxo-3-methyl-2-butanol
EINECS	222-226-0

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-2-Butanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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