Description

Ethyl 2-Benzoyl-5-Methyl-Hexanoate is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 6305-62-0. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional ingredient, prized for its specific molecular structure that imparts desirable properties in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries for synthesizing complex target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzoyl-substituted ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a modifying agent in the creation of complex aromatic esters for high-end perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging its reactive ester and ketone functional groups.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce specific side chains into polymer backbones, altering physical properties like flexibility or solubility.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological development and novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Benzoyl-5-Methyl-Hexanoate
CAS No.	6305-62-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₂O₃
Molecular Weight	262.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Benzoyl-5-methylhexanoate; 2-Benzoyl-5-methylhexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 5-Methyl-2-benzoylhexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Hexanoic acid, 2-benzoyl-5-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-methyl-2-benzoylhexanoate; Ethyl α-benzoyl-5-methylcaproate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Benzoyl-5-Methyl-Hexanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every shipment, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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