Description

2,2,4-Trimethyl-5-Tridecyl-1,3-Dioxolane is a high-purity specialty chemical belonging to the class of cyclic acetals. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique chemical structure that imparts specific performance characteristics. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring controlled reactivity and stability.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a fixative and base material in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, providing long-lasting scent profiles.
• Polymer Additives: Acts as a stabilizer or plasticizer component in specific polymer formulations to enhance material properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key protected intermediate or building block in multi-step synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additives: Employed as a performance additive to improve oxidation stability and reduce corrosion in specialized lubricants and fuels.
• Surface Coatings: Functions as a rheology modifier or cross-linking agent in high-performance coating systems.
• Solvent Applications: Utilized as a high-boiling, stable solvent for specific reactions and formulations in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,4-Trimethyl-5-Tridecyl-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	55712-73-7
Molecular Formula	C19H38O2
Molecular Weight	298.51 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Tridecyl-2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2,2,4-trimethyl-5-tridecyl-; 2,2,4-Trimethyl-5-tridecyl-1,3-dioxolane; Trimethyltridecyldioxolane; Dioxolane derivative C19; Acetal of tridecanal with 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol; (5-Tridecyl-2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolan)
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,4-Trimethyl-5-Tridecyl-1,3-Dioxolane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet our high standards and your specific requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

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 (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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