Description

1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(2-Chloroethyl)-4-Methyl- is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a dioxolane ring and a reactive chloroethyl side chain, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It is supplied with the highest standards of purity and consistency to ensure reliable performance in critical applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring cyclic acetal or ether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its chlorinated side chain enables further functionalization.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including resins and coatings with tailored chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex heterocycles and as a protecting group for carbonyl compounds in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Chemical Intermediate for Fine Chemicals: Serves in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and fragrances that require specific cyclic ether structures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(2-Chloroethyl)-4-Methyl-
CAS No.	7451-01-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	150.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Chloroethyl)-4-methyl-1,3-dioxolane; 4-Methyl-2-(2-chloroethyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(2-chloroethyl)-4-methyl-; NSC 403058; 2-(2-Chloroethyl)-4-methyl-[1,3]dioxolane; 4-Methyl-2-(β-chloroethyl)-1,3-dioxolane
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-(2-Chloroethyl)-4-Methyl- is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

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 bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

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)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.10 - 1.20

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