4-Methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-2H-pyran-2-one

4-Methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-2H-pyran-2-one is used mainly as a crucial intermediate in synthesizing pharmaceutical compounds, especially antifungal/antibacterial agents, and is related to the anti-dandruff ingredient Piroctone Olamine, serving as a reference standard for quality control in the cosmetic and drug industries, and as a building block in general chemical synthesis.

API Name Piroctone olamine
CAS No 50650-75-4
Molecular Formula C14H22O2
Molecular Weight 222.32 g/mol
Synonyms 4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)pyran-2-one

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