Description

2,4-Heptanedione, 5-Methyl- is a specialized diketone compound with the CAS registry number 40568-43-2. It serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block, valued for its unique carbonyl functionality and reactivity. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and flavor & fragrance industries seeking to develop advanced synthetic pathways.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the development of specific flavor notes and aroma chemicals due to its diketone structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand: Acts as a chelating agent or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations.
• Organic Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D for novel organic reactions.
• Specialty Solvent & Additive: Potential use in specialized formulations requiring specific solvation properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Heptanedione, 5-Methyl-
CAS No.	40568-43-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2,4-heptanedione; 5-Methylheptane-2,4-dione; 2,4-Heptanedione, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-2,4-hexanedione (common misnomer); 5-Methylheptanedione; Methylheptanedione
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Heptanedione, 5-Methyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening sealed containers to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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