Description

7-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]Decane is a specialized spirocyclic acetal compound, serving as a crucial protected intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a robust, acid-labile protecting group for carbonyl functionalities, enabling complex multi-step reactions with high selectivity and yield. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in the development of steroids, prostaglandins, and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring selective protection/deprotection strategies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals where precise control over carbonyl group reactivity is needed.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including asymmetric synthesis and catalysis studies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate for synthesizing monomers or ligands used in polymer and coordination chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]Decane
CAS No.	49673-70-3
Molecular Formula	C13H24O2
Molecular Weight	212.33 g/mol
Synonyms	7-tert-Butyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane; 1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]decane, 7-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 7-tert-Butyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane; 7-(tert-Butyl)-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane; tert-Butyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane; Spirocyclic acetal protected tert-butyl ketone derivative
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Quality Control

Our 7-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]Decane is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids, oxidizing agents, and moisture. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 3.0%

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