Ethyl 2,2-bis(4-chlorobenzyl)-3-oxobutanoate CAS 866040-55-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.866040-55-3
Molecular FormulaC20H20Cl2O3
Molecular Weight379.28 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Ethyl 2,2-bis(4-chlorobenzyl)-3-oxobutanoate CAS 866040-55-3 chemical structure

Description

Ethyl 2,2-bis(4-chlorobenzyl)-3-oxobutanoate (CAS 866040-55-3) is a high-purity pharmaceutical standards reference standard from CATO, an ISO 17034 accredited reference material producer. Molecular formula: C20H20Cl2O3. Molecular weight: 379.28 g/mol. Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC20H20Cl2O3
Molecular Weight379.28 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)10.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1987
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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