Description

1,3-Dioxol-2-One, 4,5-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)- is a high-value, functionalized cyclic carbonate derivative, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional hydroxymethyl groups attached to a reactive carbonate ring, enabling its use in polymerization and cross-linking reactions to create novel polymeric materials with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in industries focused on developing specialty polymers, pharmaceutical intermediates, and performance materials.

Application

• Monomer for Biodegradable and Functional Polymers: Key starting material for synthesizing aliphatic polycarbonates and polyurethanes with potential biodegradability and tunable mechanical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, prodrugs, and controlled-release delivery systems due to its reactive carbonate functionality.
• Cross-linking Agent for Resins and Coatings: Imparts improved hardness, chemical resistance, and adhesion in high-performance coating, adhesive, and composite resin formulations.
• Modifier for Polyols and Polyester Polyols: Enhances the functionality and properties of polyols used in flexible and rigid foam production.
• Electrolyte Additive for Lithium-Ion Batteries: Investigated for use in forming stable solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) layers to improve battery cycle life and safety.
• Intermediate for Dendrimer and Hyperbranched Polymer Synthesis: Facilitates the controlled growth of highly branched macromolecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,3-Dioxol-2-One, 4,5-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)-
CAS No.	1417576-03-4
Molecular Formula	C5H8O5
Molecular Weight	148.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxol-2-one; Glycerol Carbonate Dimer; Bis(hydroxymethyl)ethylene carbonate; 4,5-Di(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxol-2-one; 2-Oxo-1,3-dioxolane-4,5-dimethanol; Glycerol 1,2-carbonate; Cyclic glycerol carbonate dimer; 1,3-Dioxolan-2-one, 4,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dioxol-2-One, 4,5-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent moisture uptake and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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