Description

2-Ethoxy-1,3-Dioxolane is a versatile cyclic acetal and a valuable chemical intermediate known for its reactivity as a protected form of glyoxal. This compound matters for its role in facilitating complex organic syntheses, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, where it serves as a key building block. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty polymer production, where it is used to introduce functional groups under controlled conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides as a reactive building block.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for protecting group chemistry and nucleophilic addition reactions.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Ethoxy-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	4544-20-1
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dioxolane, 2-ethoxy-; Ethylal; Glyoxal monoethyl acetal; 2-Ethoxy-1,3-dioxacyclopentane; Ethoxyacetaldehyde ethylene acetal; Acetaldehyde, (ethylenedioxy)-, ethyl acetal; Ethyl glyoxal acetal ethylene acetal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxy-1,3-Dioxolane is produced under stringent quality management systems. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.405 - 1.415
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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