Description

3-Heptanone, 2-Chloro-4-Methyl- is a specialized chlorinated ketone derivative with the CAS registry number 87777-52-4. This compound serves as a valuable versatile chemical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced organic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and development as well as production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex organic compounds in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and fragrance components.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the manufacture of specialized plasticizers, stabilizers, or cross-linking agents.
• Chemical Intermediate for Dyes & Pigments: Acts as a starting material for producing certain high-performance colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Heptanone, 2-Chloro-4-Methyl-
CAS No.	87777-52-4
Molecular Formula	C8H15ClO
Molecular Weight	162.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-methylheptan-3-one; 4-Methyl-2-chloro-3-heptanone; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-heptanone; Heptan-3-one, 2-chloro-4-methyl-; 3-Heptanone, 2-chloro-4-methyl-; 2-Chloro-4-methylheptan-3-on; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-heptanon
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Quality Control

Our 3-Heptanone, 2-Chloro-4-Methyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for fine chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.