Description

2,5-Hexanedione Monoethylene Ketal is a specialized ketal derivative of 2,5-hexanedione, offering enhanced stability and reactivity for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial protected form of a 1,4-diketone, enabling selective reactions in complex molecule construction where the diketone functionality must be temporarily masked. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of heterocycles, natural products, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of novel polymers, coatings, and functional organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in research laboratories.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a protecting group for 1,4-dicarbonyl compounds, facilitating multi-step synthetic sequences.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Hexanedione Monoethylene Ketal
CAS No.	33528-35-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18O3
Molecular Weight	186.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Hexanedione Ethylene Ketal; 2,5-Dioxohexane Ethylene Ketal; 1,1'-(1,4-Dioxo-1,4-butanediyl)bisoxyethane; 2,5-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)hexane (cyclic form); Acetonylacetone ethylene ketal; 2,5-Diketohexane ethylene ketal; 2,5-Hexanedione cyclic ethylene ketal
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Hexanedione Monoethylene Ketal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.