Description

4-Oxo-5-Methylhexanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile keto-ester intermediate of significant importance in advanced 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 complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications such as active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and fragrance development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial 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 specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxo-5-Methylhexanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	34553-37-2
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-oxo-5-methylhexanoate; 5-Methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methyl-4-oxohexanoate; 4-Keto-5-methylhexanoic acid methyl ester; 5-Methyllevulinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methyllevulinate; Levulinic acid, 5-methyl-, methyl ester; 34553-37-2
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Quality Control

Our 4-Oxo-5-Methylhexanoic Acid Methyl 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 provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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