Description

Cyclohexanone Diethyl Acetal is a versatile acetal derivative of cyclohexanone, valued for its role as a key protecting group and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is crucial for chemists requiring selective carbonyl protection under mild acidic conditions, enabling complex multi-step reactions. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and specialty molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a protected synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the ketone functionality must be temporarily masked.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a crucial building block for fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and scale-up chemistry for novel organic transformations.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymeric materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a stable precursor that can be deprotected to regenerate ketones for subsequent metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexanone Diethyl Acetal
CAS No.	1670-47-9
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxycyclohexane; Cyclohexanone Diethyl Ketal; Diethyl Cyclohexylidene Ketal; Cyclohexylidene Diethyl Acetal; NSC 403697; Ethylal Cyclohexanone; Cyclohexanone Ethyl Acetal; Diethoxycyclohexane
EINECS	216-795-6

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexanone Diethyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.428 - 1.432
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.910 - 0.920

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