Description

2-tert-Butyl-1,3-Dioxane-5-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound featuring a dioxane ring structure, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique sterically hindered tert-butyl group adjacent to the dioxane ring makes it particularly useful for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemical and functional properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motifs can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for ligands, catalysts, and other specialty chemicals used in asymmetric synthesis and material science.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce functional dioxane units into polymer backbones, modifying properties like solubility, biodegradability, and thermal stability.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex ester-based aroma chemicals with unique olfactory profiles.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on ring-opening reactions and stereoselective transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butyl-1,3-Dioxane-5-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1159977-17-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O₄
Molecular Weight	202.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-tert-butyl-1,3-dioxane-5-carboxylate; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,3-dioxane-5-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 5-Carbomethoxy-2-tert-butyl-1,3-dioxane; 2-tert-Butyl-5-methoxycarbonyl-1,3-dioxane; Methyl 2-(tert-butyl)-1,3-dioxane-5-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butyl-1,3-Dioxane-5-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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