Description

Ethyl 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-Oxovalerate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile chemical scaffold for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) or metabolic disorder targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic ketone ester functionalities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions and carbonyl chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or additive in the development of specialized polymers with tailored thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-Oxovalerate
CAS No.	898751-46-7
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxopentanoate; 5-Oxo-5-m-tolylpentanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-oxo-5-(3-methylphenyl)valerate; 3-Methyl-γ-oxobenzenebutanoic acid ethyl ester; m-Tolyl keto ester valerate; 898751-46-7; Ethyl 5-(3-Methylbenzoyl)valerate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-Oxovalerate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

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