Description

2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane is a versatile chlorinated dioxane derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, where the chloromethyl group offers a handle for further alkylation or substitution, while the dioxane ring provides stability and can act as a masked carbonyl equivalent. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule assembly.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and functional polymers.
• Chemical Protecting Group: The 1,3-dioxane moiety is utilized to protect aldehyde or ketone functionalities during multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in alkylation reactions and as a starting material for synthesizing other fine chemicals and ligands.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and odorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane
CAS No.	113547-34-5
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	164.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dimethyl-2-(chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxane; 2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-dimethyl-m-dioxane; 1,3-Dioxane, 2-(chloromethyl)-4,6-dimethyl-; 4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxan-2-ylmethyl chloride; Chloromethyl Dimethyl Dioxane
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Chloromethyl)-4,6-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Handle and store in accordance with all applicable local and international regulations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.10 g/cm³

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