Description

2-Methylene-4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane is a specialized, high-purity chemical intermediate featuring a reactive exocyclic methylene group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in polymerization, cross-linking, and the synthesis of functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or comonomer in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the development and manufacturing of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a building block for synthesizing complex fragrance compounds, flavors, and other high-value chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Used in R&D for creating new polymeric materials with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new reaction pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylene-4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane
CAS No.	113406-51-2
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylidene-4,6-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-methylene-1,3-dioxane; 1,3-Dioxane, 2-methylene-4,6-dimethyl-; 2-Methylene-4,6-dimethyldioxane; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylene-4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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