Description

Benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile acetal protecting group and synthetic intermediate, prized for its ability to mask the reactive aldehyde functionality under basic conditions. This compound is essential for multi-step organic synthesis, providing chemists with a reliable method to protect sensitive aldehydes during subsequent reactions. It is a critical reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where precise chemical manipulation is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key protecting group in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where aldehyde protection is necessary.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a precursor and stabilizing agent for various aromatic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: A fundamental reagent for acetal formation, Grignard reactions, and other transformations requiring aldehyde protection.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers with specific functional groups.
• Research & Development: A standard tool in laboratory-scale organic chemistry for method development and compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	1125-88-8
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Dimethoxybenzylmethane; Benzaldehyde, dimethyl acetal; Benzylidene dimethyl ether; Dimethoxymethylbenzene; (Dimethoxymethyl)benzene; Benzylidene dimethyl acetal; NSC 403697; Benzene, (dimethoxymethyl)-
EINECS	214-419-1

Quality Control

Our Benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product is stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4930 - 1.4970
Density (20°C)	1.020 - 1.040 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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