Description

1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-Dioxo-1,3-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is a high-purity, functionalized cyclopentanedione derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two ester groups and a reactive dioxo moiety, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing fused ring systems or specific diketone functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in cyclization reactions, Michael additions, and as a starting material for synthesizing functionalized cyclopentanes and heterocycles like pyrroles and furans.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or novel substrate for methodological development in synthetic organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-Dioxo-1,3-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	72894-17-8
Molecular Formula	C13H18O6
Molecular Weight	270.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dioxocyclopentane-1,3-dicarboxylate; 1,3-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid, 1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-dioxo-, Diethyl Ester; 4,5-Dioxo-1,2-dimethylcyclopentane-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester; 1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-diketocyclopentane-1,3-dicarboxylate Diethyl Ester; DEDMDC; Cyclopentanedione Diethyl Ester Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,2-Dimethyl-4,5-Dioxo-1,3-Cyclopentanedicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production-grade requirements.

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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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