Description

Octane-2,3-Dione, also known as acetylbutyryl, is a high-purity diketone compound with the CAS registry number 585-25-1. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing complex flavor and fragrance molecules, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. It is an essential building block for R&D and production chemists in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex flavoring agents, particularly for creating creamy, buttery, and cheesy notes in food products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile reagent in condensation reactions, cyclizations, and the preparation of other diketones and heterocycles for research and development.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the production of polymers, ligands for metal complexes, and other advanced materials requiring specific diketone functionalities.
• Agrochemicals: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and other laboratory procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octane-2,3-Dione
CAS No.	585-25-1
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Octanedione; Acetylbutyryl; Butyryl methyl ketone; Methyl butyryl ketone; 1,2-Diacetylbutane; 2,3-Diketo-octane; Octane-2,3-diol dione; 585-25-1
EINECS	209-543-6

Quality Control

Our Octane-2,3-Dione is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive applications like flavor and pharmaceutical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.425
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.935

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