Description

Methoxy(2-Oxoethoxy)Acetaldehyde is a specialized bifunctional aldehyde and ether compound, identified by CAS No. 34786-50-0. This chemical serves as a valuable versatile building block in organic synthesis, offering reactive sites for the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in heterocyclic chemistry and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to introduce aldehyde groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific ether-aldehyde functionalities.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Bioconjugation Linker: Potential use in bioconjugation chemistry for attaching molecules to proteins or other biomolecules via its reactive aldehyde group.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxy(2-Oxoethoxy)Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	34786-50-0
Molecular Formula	C5H8O4
Molecular Weight	132.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)acetaldehyde; Glyoxal, mono(2-methoxyethyl) acetal; 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanal; 1,1-Dimethoxy-2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethane (hydrolysis product related); Acetaldehyde, 2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-; (2-Methoxyethoxy)acetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Methoxy(2-Oxoethoxy)Acetaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO compliant manufacturing standards for critical industry use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. This material is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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