Description

1,3-Dioxolane, 2-Cyclobutyl-2-Ethyl- is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a dioxolane ring system with cyclobutyl and ethyl substituents, offering unique reactivity and solvation properties. This chemical is valued as a versatile intermediate and solvent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its unique structure contributes to enhanced biological activity.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-performance, polar aprotic solvent for sensitive reactions, including Grignard reactions, lithiations, and polymerizations.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored physical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research for exploring new organic transformations and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dioxolane, 2-Cyclobutyl-2-Ethyl-
CAS No.	174681-74-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyclobutyl-2-ethyl-1,3-dioxolane; 2-Ethyl-2-cyclobutyl-1,3-dioxolane; Ethylcyclobutyl dioxolane; Cyclobutylethyl dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-cyclobutyl-2-ethyl-; 2-(Cyclobutyl)-2-ethyl-1,3-dioxolane
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-Cyclobutyl-2-Ethyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.980 - 1.020

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