Description

(R)-(+)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Carboxaldehyde CAS NO 15186-48-8 is a high-value chiral building block and protected form of glyceraldehyde, essential for asymmetric synthesis. Its primary value lies in providing a stereochemically defined aldehyde functionality that is crucial for constructing complex molecules with precise three-dimensional architecture. This compound is indispensable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for the development of active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Chiral Intermediate in Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key starting material for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure drugs, including nucleoside analogs, antiviral agents, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Development: Used in the research and production of chiral herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where specific stereochemistry impacts biological activity.
• Asymmetric Catalysis and Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and catalysts used in stereoselective transformations.
• Natural Product and Carbohydrate Chemistry: A fundamental building block for the total synthesis of complex natural products, sugars, and glycosides.
• Fine Chemical and Specialty Material Production: Employed in the manufacture of advanced materials, liquid crystals, and other high-value chemicals requiring defined chirality.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process research.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-(+)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	15186-48-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(+)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxaldehyde; (R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carbaldehyde; (R)-Glyceraldehyde Acetonide; (R)-1,2-O-Isopropylidene-glyceraldehyde; (4R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxaldehyde; D-(+)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxaldehyde; (R)-O-Isopropylidene-glyceraldehyde; (R)-1,2-O-Isopropylidene-D-glyceraldehyde
EINECS	239-222-7

Quality Control

Our (R)-(+)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Carboxaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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