Description

5-Oxo-Heptanoic Acid is a versatile keto acid building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional structure, featuring both a ketone and a carboxylic acid group, which enables its use in constructing complex molecular frameworks. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in fine chemical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile synthon for manufacturing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized in the production of specialty polymers and resins, contributing to material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions and heterocycle synthesis.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling reactions, useful in creating modified biomolecules or probes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Oxo-Heptanoic Acid
CAS No.	3637-13-6
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxoheptanoic Acid; 5-Ketoheptanoic Acid; 5-Oxo-enanthic Acid; Levulinic Acid, Ethyl-; Ethyllevulinic Acid; 3-Acetylpentanoic Acid; 5-Oxo-n-heptanoic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 5-oxo-
EINECS	222-882-7

Quality Control

Our 5-Oxo-Heptanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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