Description

4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Hexyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane is a specialized acetal derivative featuring a reactive chloromethyl group, making it a valuable bifunctional intermediate in organic synthesis. Its structure allows it to act as both a protecting group for carbonyls and a versatile alkylating agent, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with precise functionalization. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the introduction of a hexyl chain or a masked aldehyde functionality is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with tailored properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and functional coatings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and odorants due to its acetal structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a protecting group for aldehydes and ketones in multi-step synthetic routes, with subsequent deprotection or transformation of the chloromethyl handle.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional groups onto surfaces for creating advanced materials with specific chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Hexyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane
CAS No.	57840-72-9
Molecular Formula	C11H21ClO2
Molecular Weight	220.74 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexyl-2-methyl-4-(chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 4-(chloromethyl)-2-hexyl-2-methyl-; 4-Chloromethyl-2-hexyl-2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane; Chloromethyl hexyl methyl dioxolane; Acetaldehyde, (3-chloro-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl-, hexyl acetal (related structure)
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. While typically supplied at technical or research grades, specifications for purity (by GC or HPLC), identity (by IR and NMR), and critical impurities are strictly controlled. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.0 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.44

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