Description

5-[3,4(Methylenedioxy)Phenyl]-1,3-Cyclohexanedione is a specialized organic chemical building block characterized by its unique cyclohexanedione core substituted with a methylenedioxyphenyl group. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, offering a reactive diketone moiety for condensation and cyclization reactions. It is needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of potential drug candidates, particularly in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential building block for organic electronic materials and polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[3,4(Methylenedioxy)Phenyl]-1,3-Cyclohexanedione
CAS No.	55579-76-5
Molecular Formula	C13H12O4
Molecular Weight	232.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)-1,3-cyclohexanedione; 5-(Benzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-yl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione; 1,3-Cyclohexanedione, 5-(3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl)-; 5-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)-1,3-cyclohexanedione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-[3,4(Methylenedioxy)Phenyl]-1,3-Cyclohexanedione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%

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