Description

4-Oxopentyl Acetate is a versatile organic ester compound with a ketone functional group, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature allows for selective reactions at either the carbonyl or acetate group, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking high-purity building blocks for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific ketone-ester backbones.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating specific ester-based aroma compounds and flavorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions and reductions.
• Chemical Intermediate for Dyes: Used in the synthesis of certain dye molecules and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Oxopentyl Acetate
CAS No.	84952-68-1
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Levulinic Acid, Acetate; 4-Oxopentyl Ethanoate; 5-Acetoxypentan-2-one; 1-Acetoxy-4-pentanone; 4-Oxoamyl Acetate; Acetic Acid 4-Oxopentyl Ester; 2-Oxo-5-acetoxypentane
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Quality Control

Our 4-Oxopentyl Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	1.010 - 1.050 g/mL

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