Description

6-Hydroxy-2,7-Dimethyloctan-4-One is a specialized chiral intermediate with a defined ketone and alcohol functionality. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors. Industries requiring high-purity chiral intermediates for active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development, advanced fragrance components, and specialty chemical research are the primary users of this material.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of specific APIs and drug candidates.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for complex natural products, flavors, and fragrances.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in the development of new catalytic systems.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced, targeted crop protection agents.
• Material Science Monomers: Can be utilized to create novel polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-2,7-Dimethyloctan-4-One
CAS No.	93919-11-0
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Dimethyl-6-hydroxyoctan-4-one; 6-Hydroxy-2,7-dimethyl-4-octanone; 4-Octanone, 6-hydroxy-2,7-dimethyl-; (RS)-6-Hydroxy-2,7-dimethyloctan-4-one; (±)-6-Hydroxy-2,7-dimethyloctan-4-one; DL-6-Hydroxy-2,7-dimethyloctan-4-one; 6-Hydroxy-2,7-dimethyloctan-4-one (racemic)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. For 6-Hydroxy-2,7-Dimethyloctan-4-One, quality is assured through analytical methods including HPLC, GC, and chiral analysis to confirm identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess where applicable. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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