Description

Methyl 5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Dioxohexanoate is a high-purity, specialized ester compound with the CAS number 42957-17-5. It serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique β-diketone ester structure. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring functionalized diketone or β-ketoester moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and performance additives.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specific aroma compounds.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Can be utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Dioxohexanoate
CAS No.	42957-17-5
Molecular Formula	C9H14O4
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-dioxohexanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5,5-dimethyl-2,4-dioxohexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 5,5-dimethyl-2,4-dioxo-, methyl ester; 2,4-Dioxo-5,5-dimethylhexanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,4-dioxo-5,5-dimethylhexanoate; Acetoacetic acid, 3,3-dimethyl-, methyl ester, oxime; 42957-17-5; Methyl dimedone ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Dioxohexanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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