Description

1,3-Dioxolane-2,2-Diacetaldehyde is a specialized, high-purity chemical building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile, protected dialdehyde intermediate, enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring protected aldehyde functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides where specific, controlled reactivity is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological chemistry development and material science research.
• Cross-Coupling & Catalysis: Employed in reactions where its protected form offers selectivity advantages over unprotected dialdehydes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dioxolane-2,2-Diacetaldehyde
CAS No.	127747-11-9
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Bis(formyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 2,2-Diformyl-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane-2,2-dicarbaldehyde; 2,2-Diacetyl-1,3-dioxolane (common misnomer); Dioxolane dialdehyde; Protected malondialdehyde equivalent
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dioxolane-2,2-Diacetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications tailored to research and industrial synthesis requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity, the material should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation and stored away from incompatible substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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