Description

p-(Dimethoxymethyl)Toluene is a versatile aromatic ether and protected benzaldehyde derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its role as a masked aldehyde group, offering chemists a stable, protected functionality that can be selectively deprotected under mild conditions to generate reactive aldehydes in situ. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise control over multi-step synthesis, particularly in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fragrances, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its protected aldehyde group is used for controlled C-C bond formation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, serving as a precursor for introducing specific aromatic moieties into target molecules.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a key intermediate for synthesizing aromatic aldehydes and other compounds used in high-value perfumes and flavorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Widely used in academic and industrial R&D labs as a versatile reagent for constructing complex organic architectures, including heterocycles and natural product analogs.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can serve as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of certain triarylmethane and other complex dye structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-(Dimethoxymethyl)Toluene
CAS No.	3395-83-3
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Dimethoxymethyl)-4-methylbenzene; 4-Methylbenzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; p-Tolualdehyde dimethyl acetal; α,α-Dimethoxy-4-methyltoluene; 4-Methylbenzylidene dimethyl ether; (4-Methylphenyl)dimethoxymethane; p-Tolylaldehyde dimethyl acetal; NSC 403697
EINECS	222-247-3

Quality Control

Our p-(Dimethoxymethyl)Toluene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical applications in regulated industries.

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 heat sources. Under these conditions, the product remains stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Density (20°C)	1.010 - 1.030 g/mL

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