Description

3-Oxohexanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is a versatile diester compound, also known as diethyl 3-oxohexanedioate, which serves as a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional β-ketoester structure, making it a crucial building block for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used in various condensation and cyclization reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds and complex molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive keto and ester groups.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a versatile building block for fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in Claisen condensations, Michael additions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can act as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxohexanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	7149-59-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16O5
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 3-oxohexanedioate; Diethyl 3-oxoadipate; 3-Oxoadipic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 3-Oxoadipate; Diethyl Oxoadipate; Ethyl 3-Oxoadipate; 3-Ketoadipic Acid Diethyl Ester; Acetonedicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester
EINECS	230-476-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxohexanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.090 - 1.130

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