Description

7-Methyl-1,4-Dioxa-Spiro[4.5]Decan-8-One is a specialized spirocyclic ketone compound valued for its unique structural motif, which serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, oxygen-containing spiro framework is crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry and functional group placement. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex, bridged heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its spirocyclic core can contribute to unique biological activity.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing musk-like odorants and other specialty aroma chemicals due to its ketone functionality and cyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other functional materials that benefit from its defined three-dimensional geometry.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A versatile starting material for constructing complex natural product analogs and other sophisticated organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-1,4-Dioxa-Spiro[4.5]Decan-8-One
CAS No.	702-69-2
Molecular Formula	C9H14O3
Molecular Weight	170.21 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decan-8-one; 8-Oxo-7-methyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane; 7-Methyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decan-8-one; 2-Methyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decane-8-one; 7-Methyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decan-8-on (German); 7-Methyl-1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decan-8-one (French)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-1,4-Dioxa-Spiro[4.5]Decan-8-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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