Description

2-Pentanone, 1-Chloro-3-Ethyl-3-Hydroxy- is a specialized halogenated hydroxy ketone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique bifunctional reactivity, offering both a carbonyl and a chlorinated, hydroxylated carbon center for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring specific chiral or halogenated centers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for further chemical transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and reduction reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where its specific structure is required.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies and exploring new reaction pathways in synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone, 1-Chloro-3-Ethyl-3-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	322408-11-7
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	164.63 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-ethyl-3-hydroxypentan-2-one; 3-Chloro-3-ethyl-3-hydroxy-2-pentanone; 3-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-1-chloropentan-2-one; 1-Chloro-3-ethyl-3-hydroxy-2-pentanone; Chloroethylhydroxypentanone
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your R&D and production needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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