Description

3-Pentanone, 2,2-Dichloro-4-Methyl- is a specialized halogenated ketone derivative with the CAS registry number 66250-08-6. This compound serves as a valuable versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for the development of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile and precursor for introducing functionalized alkyl chains in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Research & Development (R&D): Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound discovery.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Pentanone, 2,2-Dichloro-4-Methyl-
CAS No.	66250-08-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10Cl2O
Molecular Weight	169.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dichloro-4-methyl-3-pentanone; 4-Methyl-2,2-dichloro-3-pentanone; 1,1-Dichloro-3-methyl-2-butanone; 3-Methylbutanoyl chloride, dichloro derivative; Pentan-3-one, 2,2-dichloro-4-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pentanone, 2,2-Dichloro-4-Methyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for synthesis 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 such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.18 g/cm³

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