Description

8-Methoxy-1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]Decane is a versatile spirocyclic ketal derivative, serving as a crucial protected intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a stable, masked carbonyl functionality that is resistant to a wide range of reaction conditions, enabling complex multi-step synthetic sequences. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fragrances, and complex natural product analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, especially those requiring spirocyclic or protected ketone moieties.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Used in the production of sophisticated musk and woody aroma chemicals due to its spirocyclic structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides with specific stereochemistry.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a protecting group for carbonyl compounds in multi-step synthesis, offering stability under both acidic and basic conditions.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with unique thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methoxy-1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]Decane
CAS No.	56292-99-0
Molecular Formula	C9H16O3
Molecular Weight	172.22 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxy-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane; 1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]decane, 8-methoxy-; 8-Methoxyspiro[1,3-dioxolane-2,1'-cyclohexane]; 4-Methoxycyclohexanone ethylene ketal; Cyclohexanone, 4-methoxy-, ethylene ketal; Methoxycyclohexanone ethylene ketal
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Quality Control

Our production of 8-Methoxy-1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]Decane adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like GC and HPLC to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.