Description

2-tert-Butyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol is a specialized, high-purity chemical intermediate belonging to the class of protected diol derivatives. This compound matters for its role as a versatile chiral building block and protecting group in sophisticated organic syntheses, offering chemists precise control over molecular architecture. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers engaged in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized as a building block for constructing stereogenic centers in natural product synthesis and medicinal chemistry.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The dioxolane moiety acts as a protective group for diols or carbonyls in complex synthetic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and performance materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol
CAS No.	63979-50-0
Molecular Formula	C9H18O3
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dioxolane-4-methanol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2-methyl-; 2-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol; (4-Hydroxymethyl-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol; 2-tert-Butyl-2-methyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxolane; Protected glycerol acetonide derivative; Chiral dioxolane methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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