Description

trans-2-Vinyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol is a versatile, high-purity chemical intermediate featuring a reactive vinyl group and a protected diol functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering chemists a handle for further functionalization and polymerization. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing active ingredients, advanced materials, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures for research and industrial applications.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The vinyl group makes it a suitable substrate for various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions in advanced synthetic chemistry.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The 1,3-dioxolane moiety can be used for the protection of diols in complex synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Vinyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol
CAS No.	16081-27-9
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-vinyl-1,3-dioxolane; 2-Vinyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol; 2-Vinyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxolane; (4R)-2-Ethenyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxolane; (4S)-2-Ethenyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxolane; Glycerol 1,2-acetonide vinyl ether; 1,2-O-Isopropylidene-3-O-vinylglycerol
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Quality Control

Our trans-2-Vinyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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