Description

Octyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Oxobutyrate is a specialized organic ester compound, identified by CAS NO 85153-49-7, that serves as a valuable chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its structure, featuring both ester and reactive oxo and chloro groups, makes it a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is primarily targeted at the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development, as well as process-scale manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific chlorinated butyrate frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its dichloro-oxobutanoate moiety is incorporated.
• Specialty Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating complex esters, lactones, and other heterocyclic compounds in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Research & Development: Serves as a critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Oxobutyrate
CAS No.	85153-49-7
Molecular Formula	C12H20Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	283.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-3-oxobutanoic Acid Octyl Ester; Octyl 2,4-Dichloroacetoacetate; 3-Oxobutyric Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-, Octyl Ester; Butanoic Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-3-oxo-, Octyl Ester; 85153-49-7; 2,4-Dichloro-3-oxobutanoic Acid n-Octyl Ester; n-Octyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-oxobutyrate
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Quality Control

Our Octyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Oxobutyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Structure
Assay (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.