Description

2-Heptanone, 7,7-Dichloro- is a specialized halogenated ketone derivative with the CAS registry number 66241-43-8. This compound serves as a valuable highly volatile chemical intermediate and solvent, particularly in reactions requiring a strong acid/organic solvent environment. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic chemistry labs for exploring novel synthetic pathways.
• Solvent for Specific Reactions: Employed as a reaction medium in processes that benefit from its specific solvation properties and volatility.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Heptanone, 7,7-Dichloro-
CAS No.	66241-43-8
Molecular Formula	C7H10Cl2O
Molecular Weight	181.06 g/mol
Synonyms	7,7-Dichloroheptan-2-one; 1,1-Dichloro-5-oxohexane; 7,7-Dichloro-2-heptanone; Dichloroheptanone; 5-Oxo-1,1-dichlorohexane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Heptanone, 7,7-Dichloro- is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.15 g/cm³

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