Description

1-(2-Methoxy-Phenyl)-Butane-1,3-Dione is a specialized diketone compound featuring a methoxy-substituted aromatic ring. This structural motif makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development teams seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a β-diketone moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of β-diketone ligands used in coordination chemistry and metal catalysis.
• Fine Chemical and Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for specialty chemical applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymeric materials with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis and methodological studies in chemistry laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Methoxy-Phenyl)-Butane-1,3-Dione
CAS No.	56290-53-0
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3-butanedione; 2-Methoxyphenyl butane-1,3-dione; o-Methoxyphenyl diketone; 1,3-Butanedione, 1-(2-methoxyphenyl)-; 2-Methoxybenzoylacetone; 2'-Methoxybenzoylacetone; 1-(2-Methoxyphenyl)butane-1,3-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Methoxy-Phenyl)-Butane-1,3-Dione is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from techniques such as HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.