Description

Ethyl 7-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanoate is a high-purity synthetic organic ester, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in the development of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. Its molecular structure, featuring a ketone and ester functional group on an alkyl chain linked to a dimethylphenyl moiety, makes it a versatile building block for medicinal chemistry and material science research. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to create novel compounds with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex aromatic ketone backbones.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its aromatic ketone structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex esters, ketones, and other derivatives in custom synthesis projects.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands or monomers for advanced polymeric materials and coatings.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 7-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanoate
CAS No.	898792-85-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₄O₃
Molecular Weight	276.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 7-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-7-oxoheptanoate; 7-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-7-oxoheptanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Heptanoic acid, 7-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)-7-oxo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 7-oxo-7-(2,5-dimethylphenyl)heptanoate; 898792-85-3; AKOS BRN 0972; SCHEMBL21807727
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 7-(2,5-Dimethylphenyl)-7-Oxoheptanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, and custom purity grades can be supported upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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