Description

7-Methyl-6-Oxooctanoic Acid is a versatile keto acid intermediate with a defined molecular structure, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for constructing more complex molecules in research and industrial processes. This compound is particularly needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a specific keto acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a starting material for the creation of complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing chiral molecules, natural product analogs, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in metabolic pathway studies and as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialized polyesters and other functional polymers.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	7-Methyl-6-Oxooctanoic Acid
CAS No.	59210-01-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-7-methyloctanoic acid; 7-Methyl-6-oxo-octanoic acid; 6-Keto-7-methylcaprylic acid; 7-Methyl-6-oxocaprylic acid; 7-Methyl-6-oxooctanoate; 59210-01-4 (CAS Registry Number); 7-Methyl-6-oxo-octanoic acid (IUPAC)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-6-Oxooctanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.