Description

2-Phenyl-5-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane-5-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a dioxane ring fused with a carboxylic acid group and a phenyl substituent. This unique structure makes it a valuable versatile building block and chiral intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and production of novel therapeutic agents.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a precursor or auxiliary in catalytic asymmetric reactions to induce stereoselectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyl-5-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	207850-04-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-phenyl-1,3-dioxane-5-carboxylic acid; 2-Phenyl-5-methyl-m-dioxane-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxy-5-methyl-2-phenyl-1,3-dioxane; 207850-04-2; (5-Methyl-2-phenyl-1,3-dioxan-5-yl)formic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Phenyl-5-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane-5-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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