Description

Diethyl 2-Oxooctane-1,8-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both keto and ester groups, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring specific carbon chain lengths and functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a difunctional monomer for creating polyesters and other polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions like Michael additions, condensations, and reductions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in developing novel organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 2-Oxooctane-1,8-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	856065-92-4
Molecular Formula	C14H24O5
Molecular Weight	272.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2-oxooctanedioate; Diethyl 2-ketooctanedioate; 2-Oxooctanedioic acid diethyl ester; Octane-1,8-dioic acid, 2-oxo-, diethyl ester; Ethyl 2-oxooctanedioate; 1,8-Diethyl 2-oxooctanedioate; Keto-diethyl suberate; 2-Ketopimelic acid diethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2-Oxooctane-1,8-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.