Description

1,1-Dimethoxy-14-Methyl-8-Hexadecyne is a specialized alkyne derivative featuring both acetal and long-chain alkyl functionalities. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules with specific structural motifs. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications requiring precise molecular scaffolding.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring long hydrophobic chains or specific acetal-protected groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its alkyne group enables further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or surface-active agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for complex molecule construction, including natural product synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific macrocyclic or long-chain aroma chemicals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The alkyne moiety makes it a suitable substrate for Sonogashira and other metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to create more complex structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dimethoxy-14-Methyl-8-Hexadecyne
CAS No.	71566-66-0
Molecular Formula	C19H36O2
Molecular Weight	296.49 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hexadecyne, 1,1-dimethoxy-14-methyl-; 14-Methyl-1,1-dimethoxy-8-hexadecyne; 1,1-Dimethoxy-14-methylhexadec-8-yne; (A potential building block/acetal-protected alkyne intermediate). Contact for a complete list of technical names.
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dimethoxy-14-Methyl-8-Hexadecyne is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥95% (Typical, higher grades available)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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