Description

Ethyl 5-(4-Methylphenyl)-5-Oxovalerate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a ketone and an ester functional group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical active ingredient (API) development, agrochemical synthesis, and the creation of specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with aryl ketone backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific aryl-substituted structures.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development, including Michael additions, reductions, and cyclization reactions.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-(4-Methylphenyl)-5-Oxovalerate
CAS No.	42482-94-0
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-(p-Tolyl)-5-oxopentanoate; 5-Oxo-5-(4-methylphenyl)pentanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-(4-Methylbenzoyl)valerate; Ethyl 5-(p-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovalerate; 4-Methyl-γ-oxobenzenebutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)butyrate; 42482-94-0; Ethyl 5-(4-Methylphenyl)-5-oxopentanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-(4-Methylphenyl)-5-Oxovalerate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.