Description

Ethyl 2-Hydroxypropyl Ketone is a versatile organic compound with a ketone and alcohol functional group, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. This bifunctional molecule is prized for its ability to undergo a range of reactions, enabling the production of complex derivatives for specialized applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for use as a key building block in active ingredient and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific chiral centers or functional group arrays.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive sites allow for structural diversification.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for musk compounds and other complex aroma chemicals, contributing to unique scent profiles.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer modifier in specialty polymer resins to alter physical properties like flexibility or adhesion.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex molecular frameworks through reactions like aldol condensations or reductions.
• Coating and Resin Additive: Functions as a reactive diluent or a property-enhancing additive in high-performance coating formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Hydroxypropyl Ketone
CAS No.	33683-44-2
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-2-pentanone, 4-methyl; 2-Hydroxy-1-ethyl-1-propanone; 2-Hydroxypentan-4-one; 4-Methyl-1-hydroxy-2-pentanone; Ethyl hydroxypropyl ketone; 2-Oxo-4-pentanol; 1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Hydroxypropyl Ketone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Specific Gravity (20/4°C)	0.950 - 0.980

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