Description

Acetoxymethyl Vinyl Ketone is a versatile and reactive bifunctional organic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a vinyl ketone and an acetoxymethyl group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing heterocyclic frameworks and other advanced chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic structures like pyrroles and furans.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create complex bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, imparting specific chemical reactivity or physical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a building block for advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes due to its reactive handles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetoxymethyl Vinyl Ketone
CAS No.	38982-28-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxobut-1-en-1-yl Methyl Carbonate; 1-Buten-1-one, 3-(acetyloxy)-; 3-(Acetyloxy)-1-buten-1-one; 3-Acetoxy-3-buten-2-one; Acetoxymethyl vinyl ketone; Vinylacetoxymethyl ketone; 3-Acetoxybut-3-en-2-one
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Quality Control

Our Acetoxymethyl Vinyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards demanded by pharmaceutical and fine chemical research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 5.0%

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