Description

Formaldehyde Diisopropyl Acetal is a versatile organic compound primarily used as a key intermediate and protecting group in sophisticated organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a masked form of formaldehyde, offering controlled reactivity under specific conditions, which is crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures. This chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers working on APIs, fragrances, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a protecting group for aldehydes and as a specialized reagent in Grignard and other nucleophilic addition reactions.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Used in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds due to its acetal functionality.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty resins and functional polymers.
• Chemical Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for methodology development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized as an intermediate in the production of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formaldehyde Diisopropyl Acetal
CAS No.	2568-89-0
Molecular Formula	C7H16O2
Molecular Weight	132.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Diisopropyloxymethane; Formaldehyde Diisopropyl Acetal; 2,2-Diisopropoxypropane; (Diisopropoxymethyl)benzene (incorrect but common in early literature); Methane, diisopropoxy-; Bis(isopropyl) acetal of formaldehyde; α,α-Diisopropoxytoluene
EINECS	219-905-8

Quality Control

Every batch of Formaldehyde Diisopropyl Acetal is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency to meet the exacting standards of advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.390 - 1.400
Density (20°C)	0.85 - 0.90 g/mL

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