Description

2-Benzyl-4-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a 1,3-dioxane ring system. This structure is significant as a versatile building block and protecting group intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating complex organic molecules, including fragrances, flavors, and agrochemicals.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The 1,3-dioxane moiety can act as a protecting group for carbonyl functionalities during multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in R&D laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers or ligands for catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzyl-4-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane
CAS No.	5468-07-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-benzyl-1,3-dioxane; 2-Benzyl-4-methyl-m-dioxane; 1,3-Dioxane, 2-benzyl-4-methyl-; Benzylmethyl dioxane; (4-Methyl-1,3-dioxan-2-yl)methylbenzene
EINECS	226-775-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzyl-4-Methyl-1,3-Dioxane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing specifications for assay, identity, and impurity profiles is available for every 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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