Description

2-Phenethyl-1,3-Dioxane is a specialized cyclic acetal derivative of phenylacetaldehyde, identified by CAS NO 5663-30-9. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and a protected form of an aldehyde functionality, offering enhanced stability for synthetic manipulations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the protected aldehyde group is required for multi-step reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or a stabilizing agent for aroma chemicals derived from phenylacetaldehyde.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for developing novel synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be used as a monomer or modifier in specialty polymer formulations.
• Chemical Reagent: Functions as a reagent in various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions and nucleophilic additions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenethyl-1,3-Dioxane
CAS No.	5663-30-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Phenylethyl)-1,3-dioxane; 1,3-Dioxane, 2-(2-phenylethyl)-; Phenethyl-1,3-dioxane; Phenylacetaldehyde ethylene acetal; 2-Phenylethyl-1,3-dioxane; β-Phenylethyl-1,3-dioxane; NSC 403119
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Quality Control

Our 2-Phenethyl-1,3-Dioxane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential concentration changes.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.040 - 1.060

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