Description

2-Ethyl-1,3-Dioxane is a versatile cyclic acetal with the CAS registry number 5702-29-4, valued for its role as a solvent and chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly useful for protecting carbonyl groups and modifying the properties of polymers and resins. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and specialty polymer industries seeking high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the production of more complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development.
• Solvent for Specialty Reactions: Employed as a reaction medium in processes requiring a polar, aprotic solvent with specific boiling point characteristics.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Serves as a precursor or a stabilizing agent in the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a comonomer or additive to alter the solubility, flexibility, or degradation profile of specialty polymers and resins.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants where its acetal functionality can participate in curing reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in academic and industrial R&D settings for methodological development and small-scale synthetic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl-1,3-Dioxane
CAS No.	5702-29-4
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-1,3-dioxane; 2-Ethyl-m-dioxane; 1,3-Dioxane, 2-ethyl-; Ethyl-1,3-dioxane; NSC 60548; 2-Ethyl-1,3-dioxacyclohexane; 5702-29-4
EINECS	227-175-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl-1,3-Dioxane is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and identity specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, we recommend storing under an inert gas such as nitrogen and ensuring containers are kept tightly sealed at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C.

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 (n20/D)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.980 - 1.010 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 130 - 135 °C

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