Description

Methyl 2-Benzyl-3-Oxo-5-Phenyl Pentanoate is a high-purity, synthetic organic ester compound with a complex molecular structure, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile chiral building block for constructing more complex pharmaceutical and agrochemical molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motifs contribute to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for the synthesis of complex natural product analogs and novel organic materials.
• Process Chemistry: Serves as a standardized intermediate in scale-up and optimization studies for new chemical entities.
• Catalysis Research: Utilized as a substrate in the development and testing of new asymmetric catalytic reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Benzyl-3-Oxo-5-Phenyl Pentanoate
CAS No.	94083-38-2
Molecular Formula	C19H20O3
Molecular Weight	296.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-benzyl-3-oxo-5-phenylpentanoate; 2-Benzyl-3-oxo-5-phenylpentanoic acid methyl ester; Pentanoic acid, 2-benzyl-3-oxo-5-phenyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-benzyl-3-oxo-5-phenylvalerate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Benzyl-3-Oxo-5-Phenyl Pentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.