Description

Diethyl 3-Oxopimelate is a high-purity diester compound with a reactive keto group, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is primarily targeted at R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyclic or fused ring systems.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of complex molecules for agrochemicals, dyes, and fragrances.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.
• Chemical Derivatization: The reactive keto and ester groups allow for further functionalization to create a diverse library of chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 3-Oxopimelate
CAS No.	40420-22-2
Molecular Formula	C11H18O5
Molecular Weight	230.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 3-oxoheptanedioate; 3-Oxopimelic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 3-Oxopimelate; Heptanedioic acid, 3-oxo-, diethyl ester; Diethyl 3-ketopimelate; Ethyl 3-oxopimelate; 3-Ketopimelic acid diethyl ester
EINECS	254-905-2

Quality Control

Our Diethyl 3-Oxopimelate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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