Description

Octanedioic Acid, 3-Oxo-, 1,8-Diethyl Ester is a high-purity specialty diester, also known as Diethyl 3-Oxooctanedioate. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its reactive keto and ester functionalities. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of complex molecules, active ingredients, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a functionalized dicarboxylate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Claisen condensation, Michael addition, and other C-C bond-forming reactions in research and development.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty resins and functional polymers.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanedioic Acid, 3-Oxo-, 1,8-Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	91882-86-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₀O₅
Molecular Weight	244.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 3-Oxooctanedioate; Diethyl 3-Oxosuberate; 3-Oxooctanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Oxooctanedioate; 1,8-Diethyl 3-Oxooctanedioate; 3-Ketosuberic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 3-Ketosuberate; Octanedioic acid, 3-oxo-, diethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Octanedioic Acid, 3-Oxo-, 1,8-Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.