Description

2-Phenylethane-1,1-Diol Diacetate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis. Its value lies in its unique diacetate-protected diol structure, which offers controlled reactivity for the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex organic transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key protected synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of specific aromatic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can serve as a monomer or cross-linking agent modifier in specialty polymer formulations.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in methodological development and catalytic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylethane-1,1-Diol Diacetate
CAS No.	20803-88-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diacetoxy-2-phenylethane; 2-Phenylethane-1,1-diol diacetate; 2-Phenylethylidene diacetate; (1,1-Diacetoxyethyl)benzene; Benzylidene diacetate; α-Acetoxyphenethyl acetate; Phenethylidene diacetate; Phenylacetaldehyde diacetate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylethane-1,1-Diol Diacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for use in sensitive applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.