Description

Ethyl 6,6-Dimethyl-5-Oxoheptanoate is a high-purity keto ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks with precise stereochemical control. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as API synthesis and fragrance development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific ketone or ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its structure serves as a precursor for active moieties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a synthetic intermediate for creating complex ester-based aroma molecules and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile substrate in various name reactions, including Claisen condensations and Michael additions, for constructing carbon chains.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and as a standard for analytical method development in synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 6,6-Dimethyl-5-Oxoheptanoate
CAS No.	569685-78-5
Molecular Formula	C11H20O3
Molecular Weight	200.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-6,6-dimethylheptanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-oxo-6,6-dimethylheptanoate; 6,6-Dimethyl-5-oxoheptanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6,6-dimethyl-5-oxo-heptanoate; Heptanoic acid, 6,6-dimethyl-5-oxo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 6,6-Dimethyl-5-Oxoheptanoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.