Description

2-(p-Tolyl)-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol is a versatile organic compound featuring a dioxolane ring system attached to a tolyl group and a hydroxymethyl functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced organic chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the research and preparation of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in the development of new, high-performance crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Material Science Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(p-Tolyl)-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol
CAS No.	4388-47-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-(4-methylphenyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol; 2-p-Tolyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol; (4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol; alpha,4-Dimethylbenzenemethanol cyclic acetal with glycerin; Glycerol 1,2-acetal with 4-methylbenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(p-Tolyl)-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming the product meets your specified requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.