Description

3,3-Dimethoxypropanal is a versatile aldehyde derivative characterized by its acetal-protected form, offering enhanced stability for synthetic manipulations. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular frameworks. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for advanced R&D and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing β-amino alcohol or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile reagent for creating flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool in methodological development and exploratory chemistry for constructing C-C bonds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic component in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Nucleoside & Amino Acid Analog Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of modified biomolecules for therapeutic and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethoxypropanal
CAS No.	19060-10-7
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Malonaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 1,1-Dimethoxyacetone; 3,3-Dimethoxypropan-1-al; Propanal, 3,3-dimethoxy-; Acetaldehyde, (dimethoxymethyl)-; Malondialdehyde dimethyl acetal; (Dimethoxymethyl)acetaldehyde; NSC 66495
EINECS	242-806-5

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dimethoxypropanal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.408 - 1.412
Density (20°C)	1.02 - 1.06 g/mL

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