Description

-β-o-4'-Dehydrodisinapyl Ether is a specialized lignin-derived compound, specifically a dehydrodimer of sinapyl alcohol. This compound is of significant interest in advanced materials research and organic synthesis due to its unique structural framework, which serves as a model for natural lignin linkages and a precursor for bio-based polymers. It is primarily utilized by researchers and product developers in the fields of biomass valorization, polymer chemistry, and pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.

Application

• Lignin Model Compound Research: Used as a reference standard and building block in studies investigating lignin biosynthesis, degradation, and structural analysis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a renewable monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of novel bio-based resins, adhesives, and composite materials.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor or scaffold for the synthesis of more complex natural products and fine chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated for its potential biological activity or as a synthetic intermediate in drug discovery programs.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis in related fields.

Basic Information

Product Name	-β-o-4'-Dehydrodisinapyl Ether
CAS No.	613684-55-2
Molecular Formula	C22H24O8
Molecular Weight	416.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Dehydrodisinapyl alcohol; 5-5'-Dehydrodisinapyl ether; (8R,8'R)-4,4'-Dihydroxy-3,3',5,5'-tetramethoxy-8,8'-bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene-7,7'(8H,8'H)-diyldimethanol; β-O-4' Dehydrodiferulate; Lignin model compound 5-5'; Syringyl glycerol β-sinapyl ether dehydrodimer
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Quality Control

Our -β-o-4'-Dehydrodisinapyl Ether is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container should be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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