Description

2,4-Dimethyl, 1,3-Dioxalone CAS NO 3390-12-3 is a versatile cyclic acetal solvent and chemical intermediate. Its unique properties make it valuable for applications requiring a highly volatile, polar aprotic medium with good solvating power. This compound is particularly sought after by industries involved in advanced material synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing, where precise reaction control is paramount.

Application

• As a highly volatile solvent for resins, polymers, and cellulose derivatives.
• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Reaction medium for Grignard reactions and other organometallic syntheses.
• Solvent for electrolyte formulations in lithium-ion battery research.
• Component in specialty coating formulations to control evaporation rate and film formation.
• Extraction and purification solvent in fine chemical production.
• Used in laboratory research as a polar, non-aqueous solvent for sensitive reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl, 1,3-Dioxalone
CAS No.	3390-12-3
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2,4-dimethyl-; DMD; 2,4-Dimethyldioxolane; NSC 60549; 2,4-Dimethyl-m-dioxolane; 2,4-Dimethyl-dioxolane
EINECS	222-240-2

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl, 1,3-Dioxalone is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. 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 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.398 - 1.402
Density (20°C)	0.980 - 1.020 g/mL

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