Description

Ethyl 2,6-Dimethylbenzoylformate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable α-ketoester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a sterically hindered, reactive carbonyl center for constructing complex molecular architectures with high regioselectivity. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring sterically defined, multi-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the dimethyl-substituted benzoyl moiety imparts specific biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and advanced polymer modifiers requiring precise chemical functionality.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including new C-C and C-heteroatom bond-forming reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,6-Dimethylbenzoylformate
CAS No.	698392-47-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,6-dimethylbenzoylformate; Ethyl (2,6-dimethylphenyl)(oxo)acetate; 2,6-Dimethylbenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester; α-Oxo-2,6-dimethylbenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-oxo-2,6-dimethylbenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2,6-dimethyl-α-oxobenzeneacetate; (2,6-Dimethylphenyl)(oxo)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,6-Dimethylbenzoylformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.