Description

p-(Diethoxymethyl)Anisole is a specialized aromatic ether and acetal derivative, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both alkoxy and acetal protecting groups, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules where controlled reactivity and stability are paramount. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking high-purity building blocks for active ingredient development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring protected phenolic or aromatic aldehyde functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its acetal group offers specific reactivity profiles.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for aroma chemicals and specialty flavors due to its anisole-derived structure.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for multi-step syntheses, often as a protected form of p-hydroxybenzaldehyde or related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-(Diethoxymethyl)Anisole
CAS No.	2403-58-9
Molecular Formula	C12H18O3
Molecular Weight	210.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Diethoxymethyl)-4-methoxybenzene; 4-(Diethoxymethyl)anisole; p-Anisaldehyde diethyl acetal; 4-Methoxybenzaldehyde diethyl acetal; Benzene, 1-(diethoxymethyl)-4-methoxy-; Diethyl (4-methoxyphenyl)acetal; (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetaldehyde diethyl acetal
EINECS	219-295-5

Quality Control

Our p-(Diethoxymethyl)Anisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.485 - 1.495
Density (20°C)	1.010 - 1.030 g/mL

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