Description

Phenoxyacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile acetal-protected aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its primary value lies in providing a masked carbonyl functionality that is stable to basic conditions, enabling selective transformations in complex multi-step syntheses. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to construct key molecular scaffolds for active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing phenoxy and acetal motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific ether-aldehyde chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers where controlled release of the aldehyde is necessary.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for nucleophilic addition reactions, Grignard reactions, and as a protecting group strategy.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenoxyacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	67874-68-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14O3
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenoxyacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; (2,2-Dimethoxyethoxy)benzene; Dimethoxymethyl Phenethyl Ether; α,α-Dimethoxyphenethoxyethane; Glyoxylic Acid Phenyl Ester Dimethyl Acetal; Benzyl Glyoxal Dimethyl Acetal; Phenoxyethanal Dimethyl Acetal
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Quality Control

Our Phenoxyacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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