Description

2-Methyl-4-Oxopentanedioic Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative with a reactive keto group, making it a valuable multifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its structure allows for selective chemical transformations, enabling the creation of complex molecules for advanced applications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds with specific chiral centers or complex ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring specific carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters and polyamides with tailored properties.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research for creating cleavable linkers or modifying biomolecules due to its carboxylic acid and ketone groups.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for methodological studies and the construction of complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-Oxopentanedioic Acid
CAS No.	55601-64-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-oxoglutaric Acid; 4-Oxo-2-methylpentanedioic Acid; 2-Methyl-4-ketoglutaric Acid; α-Methyl-γ-ketoglutaric Acid; 2-Methyl-4-oxopentane-1,5-dioic Acid; 2-Methyl-4-oxo-1,5-pentanedioic Acid; Methyloxoglutaric Acid; 55601-64-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4-Oxopentanedioic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric 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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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