Description

2-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane is a versatile brominated aromatic acetal, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and protecting group precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a masked aldehyde functionality that is stable under basic conditions, enabling selective transformations on complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a protected aldehyde group is required for multi-step reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of monomers and polymers with specific electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Protecting Group: The dioxolane moiety acts as a protecting group for aldehydes, which can be deprotected under mild acidic conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	17789-14-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromobenzaldehyde ethylene acetal; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(3-bromophenyl)-; (3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 3-Bromobenzaldehyde cyclic ethylene acetal; 2-(m-Bromophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane; m-Bromobenzaldehyde ethylene acetal; Benzaldehyde, 3-bromo-, cyclic ethylene acetal
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Bromophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis 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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.