Description

Ethyl 3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-3-Oxopropanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate for advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its specific molecular architecture, which provides a reactive β-ketoester moiety adjacent to a substituted aromatic ring, enabling precise construction of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with substituted aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific dimethylphenyl motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for Claisen condensation and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions in complex molecule assembly.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers where its aromatic and ketoester functionalities are incorporated.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Potential intermediate for creating aromatic compounds used in specialty flavor and fragrance formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-3-Oxopropanoate
CAS No.	63131-32-8
Molecular Formula	C13H16O3
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,5-dimethylbenzoylacetate; Ethyl (2,5-dimethylbenzoyl)acetate; 3-Oxo-3-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)propanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-oxo-3-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)propanoate; 2,5-Dimethylbenzoylacetic acid ethyl ester; β-Keto ester derivative of 2,5-dimethylbenzoic acid; Acetoacetic acid, (2,5-dimethylbenzoyl)-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-3-Oxopropanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and materials for regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.