Description

Acetoacet-o-Phenetidide is a specialized organic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the production of high-performance pigments and dyes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for research and development as well as commercial-scale synthesis.

Application

• Primary Intermediate for Azo Pigments: Serves as a crucial coupling component in the synthesis of high-performance yellow, orange, and red organic pigments.
• Dye Manufacturing: Used in the production of specific disperse and solvent dyes for textiles and plastics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the development of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and functional materials.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Incorporated into the manufacture of performance chemicals, including optical brighteners and imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetoacet-o-Phenetidide
CAS No.	41687-09-6
Molecular Formula	C12H16N2O3
Molecular Weight	236.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetoacetamino-4-ethoxyaniline; N-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)acetoacetamide; o-Phenetidine acetoacetamide; Acetoacetamide, N-(4-ethoxyphenyl)-; 1-(4-Ethoxyphenylamino)-1,3-butanedione; AAOPA; C.I. Azoic Coupling Component 10
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Quality Control

Our Acetoacet-o-Phenetidide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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