Description

Acetylacetic acid, Sodium salt is the sodium salt of acetoacetic acid, a key organic intermediate and keto-enol tautomer. This compound is valued for its reactivity as a β-ketoester equivalent, making it a versatile building block for synthesizing heterocycles, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity synthetic precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial starting material in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and complex organic molecules.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for method development and novel compound creation.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a bidentate ligand for metal ions in catalyst and complex formation.
• Biochemical Studies: Used in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research related to ketone bodies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetylacetic acid, Sodium salt
CAS No.	623-58-5
Molecular Formula	C4H5NaO3
Molecular Weight	124.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Acetoacetate; Acetoacetic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 3-Oxobutanoate; 3-Oxobutyric Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium β-Ketobutyrate; Acetylacetate Sodium Salt; Sodium Diacetate (related); EINECS 210-796-1
EINECS	210-796-1

Quality Control

Our Acetylacetic acid, Sodium salt is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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