Description

3,6,9,12-Tetraoxatetradecanoic Acid, 13,13-Dimethyl-11-Oxo- is a specialized polyether carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a high-value building block and functional intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a polyether chain terminated with a ketone and a carboxylic acid group, provides versatile reactivity for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring polyether-linked carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its bifunctional nature allows for the creation of specific bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for producing specialty polyesters, polyethers, and surfactants with controlled hydrophilicity and degradation profiles.
• Ligand & Chelator Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and resins where its acid and ketone groups can participate in crosslinking reactions.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Employed in the modification of biomolecules (e.g., peptides, proteins) for drug delivery systems and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3,6,9,12-Tetraoxatetradecanoic Acid, 13,13-Dimethyl-11-Oxo-
CAS No.	883564-93-0
Molecular Formula	C14H26O8
Molecular Weight	322.35 g/mol
Synonyms	13,13-Dimethyl-11-oxo-3,6,9,12-tetraoxatetradecanoic acid; 2-[2-[2-[2-(2,2-Dimethyl-3-oxopropoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]acetic acid; Poly(ethylene glycol) monoether carboxylic acid derivative; PEG-based keto acid; Tetraethylene glycol monoether keto acid; 3,6,9,12-Tetraoxatetradecanoic acid, 13,13-dimethyl-11-oxo-; Keto-PEG4-acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,6,9,12-Tetraoxatetradecanoic Acid, 13,13-Dimethyl-11-Oxo- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed under an inert atmosphere after opening to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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