Description

4-[[[2-(Methoxy)Dodecyl]Oxy]Methyl]-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane is a specialized acetal-protected intermediate with a long-chain alkoxy moiety, offering unique reactivity and solubility profiles. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, particularly where controlled release of a protected aldehyde or ketone is required under mild conditions. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing complex molecules, surfactants, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where its protecting group allows for selective deprotection in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with tailored hydrophobicity.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: The long hydrophobic chain makes it a valuable intermediate for producing non-ionic surfactants with specific HLB values.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals that require acetal protection strategies.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodology development and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-[[[2-(Methoxy)Dodecyl]Oxy]Methyl]-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	51883-49-9
Molecular Formula	C19H38O4
Molecular Weight	330.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethyl-4-[[[2-(methoxy)dodecyl]oxy]methyl]-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 4-[[[2-(methoxy)dodecyl]oxy]methyl]-2,2-dimethyl-; Acetal of 2-Methoxydodecanal with 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediol; 2-(Methoxydodecyloxy)methyl-2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane; (2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl 2-methoxydodecyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-[[[2-(Methoxy)Dodecyl]Oxy]Methyl]-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through analytical methods including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, supporting compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if applicable)	Contact for details

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