Description

Ethyl 6-(2,6-Difluorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound featuring a difluorophenyl ketone moiety, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in enabling the efficient synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the difluorophenyl group.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex esters, ketones, and other specialty organic compounds in custom synthesis projects.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for developing specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and scale-up process development for new synthetic routes in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 6-(2,6-Difluorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate
CAS No.	898753-26-9
Molecular Formula	C14H16F2O3
Molecular Weight	270.27 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-6-(2,6-difluorophenyl)hexanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-oxo-6-(2,6-difluorophenyl)hexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 6-(2,6-difluorophenyl)-6-oxo-, ethyl ester; 2,6-Difluoro-ω-oxobenzenehexanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-(2,6-difluorobenzoyl)hexanoate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 6-(2,6-Difluorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with current industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistent quality for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

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