Description

3-Chloroheptan-4-One is a versatile chlorinated ketone intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of complex molecules, offering a reactive site for nucleophilic substitution and further functionalization. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical manufacturing need it for developing active ingredients and novel materials. Its specific structure provides a strategic handle for constructing more complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a chlorinated ketone moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chloro and ketone groups are integral to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in research and development, enabling reactions like alkylation, Grignard additions, and reduction.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds, contributing to complex scent profiles.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty monomers or as a modifier for polymers, introducing specific functional groups into polymer chains.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloroheptan-4-One
CAS No.	61295-52-1
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO
Molecular Weight	148.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Heptanone, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-4-heptanone; 3-Chloroheptan-4-one; Heptan-4-one, 3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-4-oxoheptane
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloroheptan-4-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.98 - 1.02
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.450

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