Description

Ethyl 4-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyrate is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a β-ketoester functional group attached to a dimethoxyphenyl moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive β-ketoester group.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile synthon for Claisen condensations, Michael additions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions in fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for methodological studies and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyrate
CAS No.	898758-05-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₈O₅
Molecular Weight	266.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(2,3-dimethoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanoate; 4-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; 2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl Ethyl Succinate; Ethyl 4-Oxo-4-(2,3-dimethoxyphenyl)butyrate; Butanoic acid, 4-(2,3-dimethoxyphenyl)-4-oxo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Ethyl 4-(2,3-Dimethoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutyrate adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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