Description

Methyl 7-Oxoheptanoate is a versatile keto-ester intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a ketone and an ester group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to synthesize specific carbon chain frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), prostaglandins, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of musk-like odorants and complex flavor compounds.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions, including aldol condensations and Grignard reactions.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 7-Oxoheptanoate
CAS No.	35376-00-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxoheptanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 7-Oxoheptanoate; Methyl Pimelaldehydate; 7-Oxo-heptanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-Carboxyhexanone; Pimelic Aldehyde Methyl Ester; Methyl ω-Oxoheptanoate; Heptanoic acid, 7-oxo-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 7-Oxoheptanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	1.428 - 1.432 (20°C)
Density	1.02 - 1.06 g/mL (20°C)

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