Description

7-(4-T-Butylphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanoic Acid is a high-purity synthetic intermediate characterized by its keto acid functionality and a bulky tert-butylphenyl group. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, offering a unique combination of lipophilicity and a reactive carbonyl site. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its structural motif for enhanced bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating specialized organic compounds used in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new carbon-carbon bond formation and cyclization reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aromatic molecules due to its specific phenyl ketone structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(4-T-Butylphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanoic Acid
CAS No.	898791-45-2
Molecular Formula	C17H24O3
Molecular Weight	276.37 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxo-7-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]heptanoic Acid; 7-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-7-oxoheptanoic Acid; 4'-tert-Butyl-7-oxoheptanophenone-7-carboxylic Acid; Heptanoic acid, 7-(4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl)-7-oxo-; 898791-45-2; 7-(p-tert-Butylphenyl)-7-oxoheptanoic Acid; 7-(4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)-7-oxoheptanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-(4-T-Butylphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.