Description

1,1-Dimethoxy-2-Nitroethane is a versatile nitro acetal compound, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its significance lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering both a protected aldehyde equivalent and a nitroalkane moiety for various C-C bond-forming reactions. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to construct complex molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing nitroalkane or amino alcohol segments.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactivity to introduce functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals requiring nitro or acetal functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a precursor in Henry reactions (nitroaldol) and other nucleophilic addition processes to create complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dimethoxy-2-Nitroethane
CAS No.	69425-53-2
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO4
Molecular Weight	135.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-1,1-dimethoxyethane; Nitroacetaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 1,1-Dimethoxy-2-nitroethane; Dimethoxy nitroethane; Acetaldehyde, nitro-, dimethyl acetal; (Nitroethylidene)dimethyl ether; Ethane, 1,1-dimethoxy-2-nitro-
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dimethoxy-2-Nitroethane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL

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