Description

5,5-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-2-Ethanol is a specialized cyclic acetal alcohol with a unique chemical structure that provides valuable reactivity and stability. This compound serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules. It is particularly relevant for industries focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, where precise molecular architecture is critical for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its reactive hydroxyl and acetal groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties like hydrophilicity or controlled degradation in specialty polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex fragrances, flavors, and advanced material precursors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Its dioxane structure can be utilized for the temporary protection of carbonyl groups in multi-step organic syntheses.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-2-Ethanol
CAS No.	116141-68-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5,5-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxan-2-yl)ethanol; 5,5-Dimethyl-2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1,3-dioxane; Ethanol, 2-(5,5-dimethyl-1,3-dioxan-2-yl)-; 1,3-Dioxane-2-ethanol, 5,5-dimethyl-; DDOE; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5,5-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-2-Ethanol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your specific requirements for purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize degradation and volatility.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.040 - 1.080
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.460

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