Description

1,2-Isopropylidene-3-Decanoylglycerol is a synthetic glycerol derivative where the 1,2-diol is protected as an acetonide and the 3-position is esterified with decanoic acid. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable protected intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the controlled introduction of lipid chains. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and fine chemical manufacturers developing pharmaceuticals, specialty surfactants, and advanced lipid-based materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of prodrugs, phospholipid analogs, and other bioactive lipid conjugates.
• Lipid Research: Used as a protected precursor in the study of lipid metabolism, membrane biophysics, and the development of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for drug delivery.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: Serves as a hydrophobe source for creating novel non-ionic or anionic surfactants with specific branching and chain length.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules requiring selective protection and deprotection strategies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the creation of biodegradable polymers and functional coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Isopropylidene-3-Decanoylglycerol
CAS No.	57416-00-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₀O₄
Molecular Weight	286.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-O-Isopropylidene-3-decanoylglycerol; 3-Decanoyl-1,2-O-isopropylideneglycerol; 1,2-Isopropylideneglycerol 3-decanoate; (2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl decanoate; Glycerol 1,2-acetonide 3-decanoate; Decanoic acid, (2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl ester; Acetonide-protected monodecanoylglycerol
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Isopropylidene-3-Decanoylglycerol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting its use in research and regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed to prevent hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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