Description

5-(4-Hexylphenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is a specialized organic acid derivative featuring a hexylphenyl substituent. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique molecular structure that enables the creation of complex target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for method development and exploring new reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Hexylphenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid
CAS No.	898791-53-2
Molecular Formula	C17H24O3
Molecular Weight	276.37 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-5-(4-hexylphenyl)pentanoic acid; 4'-Hexyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, ω-oxo-; 5-(4'-Hexylbiphenyl-4-yl)-5-oxopentanoic acid; 5-(p-Hexylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid; γ-Oxo-4'-hexyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-butanoic acid; 4-(4-Hexylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid (related structure); Valeric acid, 5-(4-hexylphenyl)-5-oxo-; 898791-53-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(4-Hexylphenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic methods. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
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.