Description

4-Oxocanone, 5-Chloro-5-Methyl- is a specialized organic intermediate with a unique cyclic ketone structure functionalized with halogen and alkyl substituents. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive halogen and ketone groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex natural product analogs or other heterocyclic compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying enzyme function or biological pathways due to its potential for selective reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxocanone, 5-Chloro-5-Methyl-
CAS No.	521275-88-7
Molecular Formula	C8H13ClO
Molecular Weight	160.64 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-5-methyloxocan-4-one; 5-Chloro-5-methyl-4-oxocanone; 5-Chloro-5-methyltetrahydro-4H-pyran-4-one; 5-Chloro-5-methyloxane-4-one; Tetrahydro-5-chloro-5-methyl-4H-pyran-4-one
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Oxocanone, 5-Chloro-5-Methyl- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and development processes. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including purity by HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all relevant specifications is available for each shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.