Description

2,4-Pentanedione, 3-(Aminomethylene)- (6Ci,7Ci,9Ci) is a specialized β-diketone derivative featuring a reactive aminomethylene functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable versatile building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of nitrogen-containing heterocycles like pyrazoles, pyrimidines, and isoxazoles, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific chelating or bioactive heterocyclic motifs.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalyst Ligands: Serves as a precursor for Schiff base ligands, which are crucial in creating metal complexes used in catalysis and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals due to its reactive ketone and amine functionalities.
• Research & Development: An essential tool compound in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and discovering compounds with novel properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Pentanedione, 3-(Aminomethylene)- (6Ci,7Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	71591-87-2
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO2
Molecular Weight	127.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Aminomethylene)pentane-2,4-dione; 3-Aminomethylene-2,4-pentanedione; 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-(aminomethylene)-; 1,1-Diacetyl-2-aminoethylene; Aminoacetylacetone; (Aminomethylene)acetylacetone; 3-(Aminomethylidene)pentane-2,4-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-(Aminomethylene)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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