Description

2,3-Pentanedione, 1,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is a specialized diketone derivative with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound matters as a versatile chemical intermediate, offering a unique structural motif for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for applications ranging from novel drug discovery to the synthesis of performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specific flavoring agents and aroma chemicals, given its diketone backbone.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a potential ligand or chelating agent in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and performance additives.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and new reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Pentanedione, 1,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	50407-27-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8O4
Molecular Weight	132.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dihydroxy-2,3-pentanedione; 2,3-Pentanedione-1,4-diol; 1,4-Dihydroxypentane-2,3-dione; Pentane-2,3-dione-1,4-diol; 2,3-Diketopentane-1,4-diol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Pentanedione, 1,4-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Specifications can be tailored to meet the requirements of cGMP for pharmaceutical intermediates or other relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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