Description

3-(2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane-2-Yl)Propanal is a versatile acetal-protected aldehyde intermediate of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary function is to act as a masked formyl group, offering enhanced stability and selectivity during complex multi-step reactions. This compound is particularly essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries who require high-purity building blocks for creating complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring the controlled introduction of an aldehyde functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its protected aldehyde group enables specific chemical transformations.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group post-deprotection.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks, heterocycles, and natural product analogs.
• Polymer and Material Science: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a standard or starting material in methodological development and catalysis studies involving acetal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane-2-Yl)Propanal
CAS No.	24108-29-0
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Oxopropyl)-2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane; 3-(2-Methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)propanal; 2-Methyl-2-(3-oxopropyl)-1,3-dioxolane; Propanal, 3-(2-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)-; Acetaldehyde, (2-methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)-; Protected 5-oxopentanal derivative; 5-Oxopentanal 1,2-acetonide
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane-2-Yl)Propanal is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available for 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.05 - 1.10

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