Description

5α-Fluoro-2α-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane is a specialized fluorinated heterocyclic compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring a fluorine atom and a dioxane ring, makes it a key building block for introducing fluorinated motifs into target molecules, which can significantly alter their physical, chemical, and biological properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly where fluorination is employed to enhance metabolic stability, bioavailability, or binding affinity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, liquid crystals, or other specialty materials with unique surface properties or stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Utilized as a model compound or reagent in methodological development for introducing fluorine into organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	5α-Fluoro-2α-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane
CAS No.	35878-04-7
Molecular Formula	C5H9FO2
Molecular Weight	120.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-2-methyl-1,3-dioxane; 5α-Fluoro-2α-methyl-1,3-dioxane; 2-Methyl-5-fluoro-1,3-dioxane; 1,3-Dioxane, 5-fluoro-2-methyl-; 5-Fluoro-2-methyl-m-dioxane
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Quality Control

Our 5α-Fluoro-2α-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific research or production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% (total)

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