Description

3-Oxo-n-(1-Phenylethyl)Butanamide is a specialized organic compound featuring a β-ketoamide structure linked to a phenylethyl group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable versatile intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel compounds and optimizing synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring chiral phenethylamine or β-ketoamide motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific carbon skeleton is incorporated.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for producing dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers that benefit from its aromatic and amide functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including condensation and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Oxo-n-(1-Phenylethyl)Butanamide
CAS No.	85729-63-1
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO2
Molecular Weight	205.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1-Phenylethyl)-3-oxobutanamide; 3-Oxo-N-(α-methylbenzyl)butyramide; Acetoacet-1-phenylethylamide; 1-Phenylethyl acetoacetamide; Butanamide, 3-oxo-N-(1-phenylethyl)-; N-(α-Methylbenzyl)acetoacetamide; Acetoacetic acid N-(1-phenylethyl)amide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Oxo-n-(1-Phenylethyl)Butanamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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