Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane is a specialized brominated dioxolane derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a reactive bromomethyl group and a nitro-substituted aromatic ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring nitroaromatic or protected aldehyde functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile in alkylation reactions and a precursor for generating aldehydes under mild acidic conditions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, ligands, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or cross-linking agents for biochemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	3418-28-8
Molecular Formula	C11H12BrNO4
Molecular Weight	302.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 4-Nitrobenzaldehyde Ethylene Acetal Bromomethyl; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(bromomethyl)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)-; (4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane-2-bromomethyl; p-Nitrobenzaldehyde ethylene acetal bromomethyl derivative; α-Bromo-p-nitrobenzaldehyde ethylene acetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,3-Dioxolane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

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.