Description

2,3-Dihydro-7-Methyl-5H-1,4-Dioxepin is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a seven-membered dioxepin ring, which serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure provides a versatile scaffold for the development of novel materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and functional chemicals. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a functionalized dioxepin core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymer modifiers.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of new organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, and supramolecular chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydro-7-Methyl-5H-1,4-Dioxepin
CAS No.	38653-35-9
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-1,4-dioxepin; 5H-1,4-Dioxepin, 2,3-dihydro-7-methyl-; 7-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-5H-1,4-dioxepine; 2,3-Dihydro-7-methyl-1,4-dioxepin; 38653-35-9; 7-Methyldihydro-1,4-dioxepin
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dihydro-7-Methyl-5H-1,4-Dioxepin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure high purity and consistent identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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