Description

2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane is a specialized organic compound featuring a nitrophenyl group protected as a dioxolane acetal. This chemical serves as a valuable protected intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, offering controlled reactivity for the selective manipulation of carbonyl functionalities. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of complex molecules and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where the dioxolane group acts as a protecting group for aldehydes or ketones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the nitro group for further functionalization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring the nitrophenyl moiety.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a reagent in methodological studies and for exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands or monomers for advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	2403-53-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrobenzaldehyde ethylene acetal; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(4-nitrophenyl)-; p-Nitrobenzaldehyde ethylene acetal; (4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 2-(p-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 4-Nitrobenzaldehyde ethylenedioxy acetal; Benzaldehyde, 4-nitro-, cyclic ethylene acetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.