412324-07-3

Basic information

• Product Name: 4-Methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid
• Synonyms: 4-METHYL-5-OXOHEX-2-ENEDIOIC ACID;2-Hexenedioic acid, 4-methyl-5-oxo-
• CAS NO: 412324-07-3
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₈O₅
• Molecular Weight: 172.13542
• Mol File: 412324-07-3.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Appearance: /
• Storage Temp.: Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
• CAS DataBase Reference: 4-Methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 4-Methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid(412324-07-3)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 4-Methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid(412324-07-3)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 412324-07-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

4-Methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid, also known as 4-methyl-5-oxohexenedioic acid or γ-methylacetoacetic acid, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C7H8O5. It is a derivative of acetoacetic acid and is a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. 4-Methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid is used in the production of anti-inflammatory drugs, anti-bacterial agents, and antipyretic drugs, making it an important precursor in the pharmaceutical industry. Additionally, 4-methyl-5-oxohex-2-enedioic acid plays a significant role in the development of synthetic organic chemistry, serving as a versatile building block for the construction of complex organic molecules.

Upstream product

• 412018-96-3 4-methyl-5-oxo-hex-2-enedioic acid diethyl ester 

Downstream Products

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