Description

2-Pentadecyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol acetate is a specialized organic ester compound derived from a dioxolane ring structure. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional additive, prized for its ability to modify surface properties and impart specific characteristics to formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for its role in enhancing product performance and stability.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Polymer & Plastic Additive: Used as a plasticizer or processing aid to improve flexibility and workability of polymer resins.
• Lubricant & Grease Industry: Serves as a synthetic base oil or performance additive to enhance lubricity and thermal stability.
• Surface Coatings: Functions as a flow improver or coalescing agent in paints, inks, and protective coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a key protected intermediate or building block in multi-step organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a softening agent or finishing chemical to impart desirable hand-feel and properties to fabrics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentadecyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol acetate
CAS No.	56599-54-3
Molecular Formula	C21H40O4
Molecular Weight	356.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dioxolane-4-methanol, 2-pentadecyl-, acetate; 2-Pentadecyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methyl acetate; Acetic acid, (2-pentadecyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl ester; (2-Pentadecyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl acetate; Dioxolane derivative C21; Cyclic ketal acetate C21
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pentadecyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol acetate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and compliance with agreed specifications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are 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, strong acids, and strong bases.

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 Gravity (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460

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