Description

Methyl 5-Oxopentanoate is a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate, specifically the methyl ester of levulinic acid. This compound is prized for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an ester and a ketone group, which makes it a crucial building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the production of active ingredients, fine chemicals, and polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including heterocyclic compounds and complex molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive carbonyl and ester functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions like Grignard additions, reductions, and condensations.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 5-Oxopentanoate
CAS No.	6026-86-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl levulinate; Methyl 4-oxopentanoate; 4-Oxopentanoic acid methyl ester; Levulinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-oxovalerate; 4-Ketovaleric acid methyl ester; Methyl γ-ketovalerate
EINECS	227-908-3

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Oxopentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.422 - 1.426
Density (20°C)	1.045 - 1.055 g/mL

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