Description

2-Hexyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Benzodioxole is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzodioxole family. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional ingredient, prized for its unique aromatic structure and hydrophobic hexyl chain. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and agrochemical industries seeking to develop or enhance product profiles. Its specific molecular architecture makes it a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as a key intermediate or a fragrance component itself, contributing to complex, long-lasting scent profiles in perfumes, cosmetics, and household products.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor in the manufacturing of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the benzodioxole moiety's bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the 1,3-benzodioxole structure is pharmacologically relevant.
• Polymer and Material Science: Functions as a specialty monomer or additive to impart specific properties like UV stability or modified solubility to advanced polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed as a versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing novel heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Benzodioxole
CAS No.	68298-48-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	234.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexyl-2-methyl-1,3-benzodioxole; 2-Methyl-2-hexyl-1,3-benzodioxole; 1,3-Benzodioxole, 2-hexyl-2-methyl-; 2-Hexyl-2-methylbenzo[d][1,3]dioxole; FEMA 4128; (Hexylmethyl)-1,3-benzodioxole
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hexyl-2-Methyl-1,3-Benzodioxole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all commercial shipments to verify compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.980 - 1.010

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