Description

Pentanal, 2,3,4-Trioxo- (9Ci) is a specialized oxoaldehyde derivative with a unique triketone functional group attached to the pentanal backbone. This compound serves as a valuable and versatile high-purity chemical intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex heterocyclic or polyfunctional structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials requiring specific carbonyl reactivity.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent in methodological chemistry research, including studies on carbonyl condensation reactions and the development of new catalytic processes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in synthesizing specialized chelating ligands for metal catalysis due to its multiple carbonyl coordination sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanal, 2,3,4-Trioxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	405512-01-8
Molecular Formula	C5H4O4
Molecular Weight	128.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-Trioxopentanal; 3,4-Dioxo-2-oxopentanal; Pentane-2,3,4-trione-1-al; 1-Pentanal-2,3,4-trione; 2,3,4-Trioxopentane-1-al; 1,2,3-Tricarbonylbutane; α,β,γ-Trioxovaleraldehyde
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Quality Control

Every batch of Pentanal, 2,3,4-Trioxo- (9Ci) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure compliance with exacting R&D and process chemistry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C to maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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