Description

2-Methylene-1,3-Dioxocane is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a unique eight-membered ring structure with an exocyclic methylene group. This structural motif makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring cyclic ether or acetal functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive methylene group allows for further functionalization.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for developing specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, ring-expansion strategies, and the construction of complex natural product analogs.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a scaffold for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylene-1,3-Dioxocane
CAS No.	69814-57-9
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylene-1,3-dioxacyclooctane; 1,3-Dioxocane, 2-methylene-; 2-Methylidene-1,3-dioxocane; 2-Methylene-1,3-dioxacycloöctane; 2-Methylen-1,3-dioxocan
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Methylene-1,3-Dioxocane is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development purposes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis, to ensure compliance with the specifications agreed upon with our clients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. 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
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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