Description

3,4-Epoxy-4-Methylpentan-2-One is a specialized epoxy ketone compound with a unique reactive structure. This chemical serves as a valuable versatile building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its epoxy and ketone functionalities for ring-opening reactions and further derivatization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in research and development for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in epoxy resin formulations and polymer chemistry to modify material properties such as adhesion, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, particularly in reactions involving epoxides and carbonyl compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Epoxy-4-Methylpentan-2-One
CAS No.	4478-63-1
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3,4-epoxypentan-2-one; 4-Methyl-3,4-epoxy-2-pentanone; 2-Pentanone, 3,4-epoxy-4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-3,4-epoxy-2-pentanone; 3,4-Epoxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone; 4-Methyl-3,4-epoxypentan-2-one; Isopropylglycidyl ketone; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,4-Epoxy-4-Methylpentan-2-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural identification, to ensure consistency and meet precise customer requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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 the original packaging or opaque containers until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Contact for details

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