Description

4-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenyl)-2,4-Dioxo-Butyric Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity synthetic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized diketone and ester groups, which make it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying condensation, cyclization, and other key organic reactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialized polymers or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenyl)-2,4-Dioxo-Butyric Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	374679-63-7
Molecular Formula	C11H8Cl2O4
Molecular Weight	275.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate; 2,4-Dioxo-4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)butyric Acid Methyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-2,4-dioxo-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate; 374679-63-7; 4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenyl)-2,4-Dioxo-Butyric Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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