Description

6,7,13,14-Tetraoxadispiro[4.2.4.2]tetradecane is a specialized spirocyclic organic peroxide compound. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex, spirocyclic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or initiator in the production of specialty polymers and resins with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with spirocyclic motifs.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a building block for creating novel organic frameworks, ligands, and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures via peroxide-mediated reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Functions as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6,7,13,14-Tetraoxadispiro[4.2.4.2]tetradecane
CAS No.	311-38-6
Molecular Formula	C12H20O4
Molecular Weight	228.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4,5-Tetraoxacyclododecane; 1,2,4,5-Tetraoxacyclododecane, 3,3,6,6,9,9,12,12-octamethyl-; 3,3,6,6,9,9,12,12-Octamethyl-1,2,4,5-tetraoxacyclododecane; Cyclododecane, 3,3,6,6,9,9,12,12-octamethyl-1,2,4,5-tetraoxa-; Dimer of Acetone diperoxide; Octamethylcyclododecane tetraoxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6,7,13,14-Tetraoxadispiro[4.2.4.2]tetradecane is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for high-purity chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its peroxide nature and sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.