Description

Ethyl 7-Oxoheptanoate is a versatile keto ester intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive ketone and an ester group, which makes it a key building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of prostaglandins, steroids, and other bioactive molecules with therapeutic potential.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating specific musk-like or fruity aroma compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various carbon-chain elongation reactions, Michael additions, and reduction processes to yield diols or hydroxy esters.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 7-Oxoheptanoate
CAS No.	3990-05-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 7-Oxoheptanoate; Ethyl 7-Ketoheptanoate; 7-Ketoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Heptanoic acid, 7-oxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl pimelaldehydate; Ethyl 6-Carboxyhexanoate Ketone
EINECS	223-632-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 7-Oxoheptanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project specifications.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.428 - 1.432
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.98 - 1.02

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