Description

Ethyl 2-Hexyl-3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylate is a specialized organic ester compound valued for its unique cyclic ketone and ester functionalities. This chemical is significant as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel musk-like odorants and complex flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a sophisticated building block for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Chemical Research: Acts as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of high-value, performance chemicals for niche industrial applications.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 2-Hexyl-3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylate
CAS No.	37172-54-6
Molecular Formula	C14H24O3
Molecular Weight	240.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-hexyl-3-oxocyclopentanecarboxylate; 3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 2-hexyl-, ethyl ester; 2-Hexyl-3-oxocyclopentanecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-hexyl-3-oxocyclopentane-1-carboxylate; Cyclopentanecarboxylic acid, 3-oxo-2-hexyl-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Hexyl-3-Oxocyclopentanecarboxylate is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability.

Specification

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