Description

1-Chloro-7-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-7-Oxoheptane is a high-value, synthetically derived organic intermediate featuring a chlorinated aliphatic chain linked to a dimethoxyphenyl ketone moiety. This specific molecular architecture makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical and fine chemical targets. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors. The compound's utility lies in its functional groups, which allow for further selective chemical transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or cardiovascular pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides or fungicides, where the dimethoxyphenyl group is a common bioactive motif.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via reactions at the chloro or ketone functional groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-7-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-7-Oxoheptane
CAS No.	898786-81-7
Molecular Formula	C15H21ClO3
Molecular Weight	284.78 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloro-1-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)heptan-1-one; 1-Chloro-7-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)heptane-1,7-dione (common misnomer); ω-Chloro-3',4'-dimethoxyvalerophenone; 3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl 6-chlorohexyl ketone; 898786-81-7; 1-Chloro-7-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-7-oxo-heptane; 7-Oxo-1-chloro-7-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)heptane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-7-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-7-Oxoheptane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and scale-up. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.