Description

Ethyl 6-(2-Chlorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, identified by CAS NO 898759-05-2, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for drug discovery and active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring specific chlorophenyl ketone ester motifs.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories for methodological studies and novel compound library generation.
• Process Chemistry Development: Utilized for scaling up synthetic routes from laboratory to pilot plant and commercial production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 6-(2-Chlorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate
CAS No.	898759-05-2
Molecular Formula	C14H17ClO3
Molecular Weight	268.74 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Oxo-6-(2-chlorophenyl)hexanoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-oxo-6-(2-chlorophenyl)hexanoate; 2-Chlorophenyl 6-ethoxy-6-oxohexyl ketone; Hexanoic acid, 6-(2-chlorophenyl)-6-oxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-(o-chlorophenyl)-6-oxohexanoate; 898759-05-2; AKOS BRN 0989
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 6-(2-Chlorophenyl)-6-Oxohexanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound may be sensitive to moisture and strong bases; ensure the container is kept tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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