Description

Cyclobutyl 2,6-Dimethylphenyl Ketone is a specialized organic ketone compound featuring a cyclobutyl group and a sterically hindered 2,6-dimethylphenyl moiety. This structural motif makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a sterically hindered aromatic ketone structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the cyclobutyl ring can impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: A versatile synthon for constructing complex organic molecules in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in exploratory chemistry for method development and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutyl 2,6-Dimethylphenyl Ketone
CAS No.	898790-73-3
Molecular Formula	C13H16O
Molecular Weight	188.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclobutyl(2,6-dimethylphenyl)methanone; 2,6-Dimethylcyclobutylphenyl ketone; 1-Cyclobutyl-1-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)ethanone (common misnomer); (2,6-Dimethylphenyl)(cyclobutyl)methanone; Cyclobutyl o-xylyl ketone; Ketone, cyclobutyl 2,6-dimethylphenyl; CAS 898790-73-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cyclobutyl 2,6-Dimethylphenyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent batch-to-batch quality. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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