Description

Methyl 5-Cyclohexyl-3-Methyl-5-Oxopentene-1-Oate is a specialized organic ester compound with a unique cyclohexyl-substituted oxopentene structure. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactive ketone and ester functional groups. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of proprietary drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential monomer or intermediate in the development of specialized polymers and coatings.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for methodological studies in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Cyclohexyl-3-Methyl-5-Oxopentene-1-Oate
CAS No.	85650-93-7
Molecular Formula	C13H20O3
Molecular Weight	224.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-cyclohexyl-3-methyl-5-oxopent-2-enoate; 5-Cyclohexyl-3-methyl-5-oxopent-2-enoic acid methyl ester; 2-Pentenoic acid, 5-cyclohexyl-3-methyl-5-oxo-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-cyclohexyl-3-methyl-5-oxo-2-pentenoate
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 5-Cyclohexyl-3-Methyl-5-Oxopentene-1-Oate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure consistent quality and batch-to-batch reproducibility. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing full specifications and test results is available for each shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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