Description

1,4-Dioxane-2,3-Diol is a versatile heterocyclic diol compound, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a dioxane ring and vicinal diol functionality, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry and reactivity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity, reliable intermediates for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of antiviral and antibacterial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to form complex heterocyclic structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis, enabling high enantioselectivity in critical reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the synthesis of specialty polyesters and polycarbonates with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and fragrances where its diol group facilitates specific derivatizations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dioxane-2,3-Diol
CAS No.	4845-50-5
Molecular Formula	C4H8O4
Molecular Weight	120.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-dioxane; 1,4-Dioxane-2,3-diol; 2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-dioxacyclohexane; cis-1,4-Dioxane-2,3-diol; Dioxanediol; Glycolaldehyde Dimer; (2R,3S)-1,4-Dioxane-2,3-diol; (2S,3R)-1,4-Dioxane-2,3-diol
EINECS	225-409-1

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dioxane-2,3-Diol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring material traceability and compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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