5-methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid(CAS#2840-71-3)

Introduction

5-Methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid is an organic compound. The following is an introduction to the properties, uses, preparation, and safety information of 5-methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid:Properties:- Appearance: 5-Methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid is colorless to pale yellow crystals- Solubility: Soluble in most organic solvents such as ethanol and dimethylformamidePreparation:5-Methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid can be prepared through the following steps:Starting with glutaric acid, perform an esterification reaction under acidic conditions, reacting with methanol to obtain dimethyl pentane-1,5-dicarboxylate.Then, perform a methoxylation reaction on dimethyl pentane-1,5-dicarboxylate in the presence of a boric acid catalyst to obtain 5-methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid.Safety Information:- 5-Methoxy-4,4-dimethyl-5-oxopentanoic acid has relatively low toxicity, but should still be used with caution.- Follow standard laboratory safety regulations when handling, and use appropriate protective equipment such as gloves, lab goggles, and lab coat.- Avoid contact with skin and eyes; in case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water.- For storage, keep the compound in a sealed container, away from fire and oxidizers. Also, avoid prolonged exposure to oxygen and air to prevent decomposition and degradation.