Description

3-Ketopelargonic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile keto ester intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its reactive carbonyl and ester functional groups make it a valuable building block for the production of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development as well as scale-up production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in research laboratories and industrial settings for constructing carbon chains and introducing ketone functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be employed in the synthesis of specialized monomers or polymer additives.
• Chemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in methodological development and catalytic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ketopelargonic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	51756-07-1
Molecular Formula	C10H18O3
Molecular Weight	186.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Ketopelargonate; Methyl 3-Oxononanoate; 3-Oxononanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Oxopelargonate; 3-Ketononanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Pelargonic Acid, 3-Oxo-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Oxononanoate
EINECS	257-374-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Ketopelargonic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, maintaining the container under an inert atmosphere is recommended to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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