Description

7-Hydroxy-2,4-heptanedione is a versatile diketone derivative with a reactive hydroxyl group, making it a valuable chemical intermediate. This compound is particularly significant for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, flavor and fragrance compounds, and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to build specific molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Used in the production of sophisticated flavoring agents and aroma chemicals due to its reactive β-diketone structure.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a precursor in the creation of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create chelating ligands for metal catalysts and in materials science research.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in developing new synthetic methodologies, such as cyclization and condensation reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Can be employed as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxy-2,4-heptanedione
CAS No.	57245-94-0
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Heptanedione, 7-hydroxy-; 7-Hydroxyheptane-2,4-dione; 1-Hydroxy-5-acetylpentan-3-one; 5-Acetyl-1-hydroxypentan-3-one; β-Acetyl-γ-hydroxybutyryl methyl ketone; 7-Oxo-2,4-heptanediol (tautomeric form); Heptanedione hydroxy derivative
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Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxy-2,4-heptanedione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 3.0%

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