Description

6-tert-Butoxy-6-Oxohexanoic Acid is a high-purity organic acid derivative characterized by its tert-butoxy and oxo functional groups. This compound serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and development as well as scale-up processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Useful intermediate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-tert-Butoxy-6-Oxohexanoic Acid
CAS No.	52221-07-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O5
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(tert-Butoxy)-6-oxohexanoic acid; 5-Carboxypentanoic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 5-carboxypentanoate; 6-tert-Butoxy-6-oxohexanoic acid; Hexanoic acid, 6-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-6-oxo-; Adipic acid mono-tert-butyl ester; Mono-tert-butyl adipate
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Quality Control

Our 6-tert-Butoxy-6-Oxohexanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available for every shipment 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 at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed and consider using desiccants in the storage environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.