Description

Ethyl 2.4-Dioxo-4-p-Tolylbutanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its versatile diketone and ester functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This product is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with aryl and diketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic-ketone structures.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and creating novel compound libraries.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing complex natural products and their analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2.4-Dioxo-4-p-Tolylbutanoate
CAS No.	5814-37-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,4-dioxo-4-(p-tolyl)butanoate; Ethyl 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate; 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2,4-Dioxo-4-(p-tolyl)butyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 2,4-dioxo-4-(4-methylphenyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl p-tolylacetoacetate dione derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2.4-Dioxo-4-p-Tolylbutanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specification results. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate and in other critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.