Description

Ethyl 6-Oxoheptanoate is a versatile keto ester intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its structure makes it a valuable building block for the production of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fragrance industries. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers requiring high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Fragrance and Flavor Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Serves as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Employed in the production of certain advanced crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 6-Oxoheptanoate
CAS No.	30956-41-3
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 6-Oxoheptanoate; Ethyl 6-Ketoheptanoate; 6-Ketoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 6-Oxo-enanthate; Heptanoic acid, 6-oxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-oxoheptanoic acid ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 6-Oxoheptanoate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with products typically meeting specifications suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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