Description

p-Anisaldehyde Ethylene Acetal is a versatile acetal-protected derivative of p-anisaldehyde, offering enhanced stability and controlled reactivity for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and protecting group, enabling the construction of complex molecules under conditions where the parent aldehyde is incompatible. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the production of fine chemicals and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the aldehyde functionality requires temporary protection.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for aroma chemicals, leveraging the anisaldehyde motif for sweet, floral, and anise-like notes in a protected form.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in multi-step syntheses, including Grignard reactions and nucleophilic additions, where the acetal group provides stability against strong bases and nucleophiles.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Anisaldehyde Ethylene Acetal
CAS No.	2403-50-1
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; 4-Methoxybenzaldehyde Ethylene Acetal; Benzaldehyde, 4-methoxy-, cyclic ethylene acetal; p-Methoxybenzaldehyde Ethylene Acetal; Anisaldehyde Ethylene Acetal; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3-dioxolane
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Quality Control

Our p-Anisaldehyde Ethylene Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and highly volatile nature, containers should be kept sealed when not in use and away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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