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Chemical Structure of 1,3-Cyclohexanedione

1,3-Cyclohexanedione

CAS No: 504-02-9

A versatile cyclic beta-diketone used as a vital building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.

1,3-Cyclohexanedione (also known as Dihydroresorcinol) is a crucial precursor in the synthesis of Ondansetron (anti-emetic) and widely used in the production of triketone herbicides like Mesotrione. We ensure high purity (≥99%) for consistent manufacturing results.

Product Specifications

Product Name 1,3-Cyclohexanedione
CAS Number 504-02-9
Molecular Formula C6H8O2
Molecular Weight 112.13 g/mol
Appearance White to Off-white Crystalline Powder
Purity (GC) ≥ 99.0%
Melting Point 104°C - 108°C

Applications & Usage

This compound is a highly reactive building block due to its keto-enol tautomerism. It is extensively used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals like Ondansetron and in the formulation of modern agrochemicals.

Key Features
  • Ondansetron KSM: Acts as the starting material for the carbazolone intermediate used in Ondansetron synthesis.
  • Agrochemicals: Essential for producing HPPD-inhibitor herbicides such as Mesotrione and Sulcotrione.
  • Carvedilol Intermediate: Used in the pathway for synthesizing the beta-blocker Carvedilol.