Description

2,2-Dimethyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxolane is a specialized cyclic acetal compound, identified by CAS number 36334-90-4, valued for its unique structural features that make it a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in providing a protected carbonyl equivalent and a chiral scaffold, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to build sophisticated molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its dioxolane ring can act as a protective group or a functional moiety.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or a stabilizing agent for aroma chemicals, contributing to long-lasting and complex scent profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex natural products and exploring new reaction methodologies involving acetals.
• Polymer Modification: Can be utilized as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Its structure makes it a candidate for developing chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxolane
CAS No.	36334-90-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	218.29 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Phenyl-2,2-dimethyl-4-vinyl-1,3-dioxolane; 4-Ethenyl-2,2-dimethyl-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxolane; 2,2-Dimethyl-4-vinyl-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxolane; Phenylacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal, cyclic with acetone; Acetone cyclic phenylacetaldehyde acetal; (4-Ethenyl-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-5-yl)benzene
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-5-phenyl-1,3-dioxolane is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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