Description

4-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane is a versatile heterocyclic compound and a valuable solvent with a high degree of purity. Its unique structure, featuring a five-membered ring containing two oxygen atoms, makes it an excellent polar aprotic solvent for demanding chemical syntheses and formulations. This chemical is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its solvency power and reactivity as a building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: An effective polar aprotic solvent for reactions involving strong bases, organometallic compounds, and polymerization processes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protecting group for carbonyl compounds or as a precursor in the production of other functionalized dioxolanes.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Employed as a co-solvent or intermediate in the manufacture of pesticides and herbicides.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes due to its stability and solvating properties.
• Resin and Polymer Production: Acts as a monomer or solvent in the production of certain specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	1072-47-5
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyldioxolane; 2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolane (common misnomer); 4-Methyl-m-dioxolane; NSC 60548; 4-Methyl-1,3-dioxacyclopentane
EINECS	214-001-3

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition points. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration of vapors. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.405 - 1.415
Density (20°C)	1.02 - 1.06 g/mL
Boiling Point	84 - 86 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.