Description

5-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is a high-purity organic acid derivative characterized by its specific aromatic substitution pattern. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development sectors for constructing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a tert-butylphenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A potential intermediate for synthesizing organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures and as a ligand precursor.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid
CAS No.	97692-66-5
Molecular Formula	C15H20O3
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-5-(4-tert-butylphenyl)pentanoic acid; 4'-tert-Butyl-δ-oxobenzenevaleric acid; 5-(4-tert-Butylbenzoyl)valeric acid; 5-(p-tert-Butylphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid; 4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid (common misnomer); δ-Oxo-4'-tert-butylbenzenebutanoic acid; 97692-66-5; 5-(4-tert-butylphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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