Description

1-Hydroxyhexane-2,5-Dione (CAS NO 65313-46-4) is a versatile diketone derivative with a reactive hydroxyl group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its molecular structure allows it to serve as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules, offering chemists precise control over reaction pathways. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific diketone or hydroxyl-ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive sites enable the creation of complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise organic structures.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions, catalytic processes, and material science applications.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can function as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its oxygen-containing functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hydroxyhexane-2,5-Dione
CAS No.	65313-46-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-2,5-hexanedione; 2,5-Hexanedione, 1-hydroxy-; 1-Hydroxyhexane-2,5-dione; 2,5-Dioxo-1-hexanol; 1-Hydroxy-2,5-dioxohexane; Hexane-2,5-dione, 1-hydroxy-; α-Hydroxy-2,5-hexanedione
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hydroxyhexane-2,5-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, and specifications can be aligned with cGMP or other relevant standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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