Description

6-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-6-Oxohexanoic Acid CAS NO 861556-61-8 is a specialized organic compound featuring a dimethylphenyl-substituted oxohexanoic acid structure, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular architecture makes it a crucial building block for the development of more complex chemical entities, particularly in advanced organic synthesis. This product is primarily targeted at research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptor sites.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers where its specific aromatic and carboxylic acid functionality is required.
• Research & Development: Essential material in medicinal chemistry labs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the exploration of new chemical entities.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential precursor for the synthesis of advanced organic materials, including ligands for catalysts or monomers for specialized polymers.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-6-Oxohexanoic Acid
CAS No.	861556-61-8
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-6-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)hexanoic acid; 6-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-6-oxohexanoic acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-ω-oxobenzenehexanoic acid; Hexanoic acid, 6-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)-6-oxo-; 6-(2,5-Xylyl)-6-oxohexanoic acid; ω-Oxo-2,5-dimethylbenzenebutane-1-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-6-Oxohexanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment. We are committed to meeting the exacting standards required for research and cGMP-grade intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.