Description

2-Chloro-3-Oxo-Succinic Acid Diethyl Ester is a versatile chlorinated keto-diester intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical molecules. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in reactions such as Claisen condensations and cyclizations to construct complex molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-Oxo-Succinic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	34034-87-2
Molecular Formula	C8H11ClO5
Molecular Weight	222.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2-Chloro-3-oxosuccinate; 2-Chloro-3-oxobutanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Chloro-3-oxosuccinate; 3-Oxo-2-chlorosuccinic Acid Diethyl Ester; 2-Chlorooxaloacetic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 2-Chlorooxaloacetate; 2-Chloro-3-oxosuccinic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-Oxo-Succinic Acid Diethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for every shipment upon request.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

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