Description

Cyclobutyl 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone is a specialized organic ketone building block of significant interest in advanced synthetic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a cyclobutyl ring and a substituted phenethyl moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring specific steric profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides where the dimethylphenyl group can contribute to biological activity and selectivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent precursor in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The ketone functionality and aromatic system make it a useful scaffold for creating novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals with woody, amber, or musk notes derived from its structural elements.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for methodological studies and exploring new chemical spaces in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutyl 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone
CAS No.	898779-97-0
Molecular Formula	C15H20O
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclobutyl-3-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)propan-1-one; 3-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-1-cyclobutylpropan-1-one; 3,4-Dimethylbenzenepropanoic acid, cyclobutyl ester (related); Ketone, cyclobutyl 2-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)ethyl; Cyclobutyl 3-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)propyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our production of Cyclobutyl 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Ethyl Ketone adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0% (Research Grade)
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.