Description

Ethypicone CAS NO 467-90-3 is a high-purity organic chemical compound, also known as 3-Ethyl-2,4-pentanedione, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and chelating agent. Its diketone structure makes it particularly useful in the synthesis of complex molecules and in the formulation of metal coordination complexes. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable building blocks for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Metal Chelation & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand for metal ions in catalytic systems and in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of flavors, fragrances, dyes, and photographic chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and resins.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethypicone
CAS No.	467-90-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-2,4-pentanedione; 3-Ethylpentane-2,4-dione; Ethylpentanedione; Acetyl ethylacetone; 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-ethyl-; Ethyl acetylacetone; 1-Ethyl-1,3-butanedione
EINECS	207-411-5

Quality Control

Our Ethypicone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with testing typically including identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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