Description

2,5-Dimethylcyclohexane-1,3-Dione is a versatile cyclic diketone compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure provides a rigid framework for constructing complex molecules, making it valuable for research and industrial synthesis. This compound is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, material science, and the development of fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, polymers, and advanced functional materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethylcyclohexane-1,3-Dione
CAS No.	61621-47-4
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione; Dimedone derivative; 1,3-Cyclohexanedione, 2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethylcyclohexane-1,3-dione; 2,5-Dimethyl-1,3-cyclohexandion; 2,5-Dimethylcyclohexane-1,3-diol dione (obsolete); NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethylcyclohexane-1,3-Dione is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.