Description

Ethyl 6-(2,5-Difluorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate is a high-purity organic ester building block featuring a difluorophenyl ketone moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a critical synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the difluorophenyl group can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, leveraging its aromatic and ester functionalities.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the development of fluorescent tags and molecular probes for diagnostic and research applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects and scale-up campaigns.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 6-(2,5-Difluorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate
CAS No.	898753-18-9
Molecular Formula	C14H16F2O3
Molecular Weight	270.27 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-6-(2,5-difluorophenyl)hexanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-oxo-6-(2,5-difluorophenyl)hexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 6-(2,5-difluorophenyl)-6-oxo-, ethyl ester; 2,5-Difluoro-ω-oxobenzenehexanoic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 6-(2,5-Difluorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.

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 oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.