Description

Ethyl 5-Oxooxepane-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic ester building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing oxepane or complex lactone ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific chiral or structural motifs.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or intermediate for developing polymers with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Oxooxepane-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	938181-32-9
Molecular Formula	C9H14O4
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-oxooxepane-4-carboxylate; 4-Carbethoxy-5-oxooxepane; 5-Oxooxepane-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-carboxy-5-oxooxepane; Oxepane-4-carboxylic acid, 5-oxo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch of Ethyl 5-Oxooxepane-4-Carboxylate is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request. We adhere to strict internal quality management protocols to ensure supply reliability for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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