Description

2-Benzyl-4,5-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolan is a specialized cyclic acetal compound, valued for its role as a versatile protecting group and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly useful for the selective protection of carbonyl functionalities under mild conditions. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where carbonyl group protection is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals requiring controlled reaction pathways.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic routes in organic chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzyl-4,5-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolan
CAS No.	5468-06-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Benzyl-4,5-dimethyldioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolan, 2-benzyl-4,5-dimethyl-; Benzyl Dimethyl Dioxolane; 4,5-Dimethyl-2-benzyl-1,3-dioxolane; 2-(Phenylmethyl)-4,5-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane; NSC 163977; 5468-06-4; Benzyl Dimethyl Dioxolan
EINECS	226-779-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzyl-4,5-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolan is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

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)	1.485 - 1.495
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.02 - 1.06

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