Description

(Dimethoxymethyl)Anisole CAS NO 71617-08-8 is a specialized aromatic ether compound, valued as a versatile chemical intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both methoxy and dimethoxymethyl functionalities, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to introduce or protect specific functional groups with high selectivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring protected phenol or anisole derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its ether groups contribute to desired biological activity and stability.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for aroma chemicals and specialty flavors, leveraging its anisole-derived structure.
• Protecting Group Reagent: The dimethoxymethyl group acts as a protective moiety for alcohols and phenols during multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials as a functional monomer.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic chemistry and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Dimethoxymethyl)Anisole
CAS No.	71617-08-8
Molecular Formula	C10H14O3
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Dimethoxymethyl)-4-methoxybenzene; 4-Methoxybenzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Anisaldehyde dimethyl acetal; p-Methoxybenzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Benzene, 1-(dimethoxymethyl)-4-methoxy-; (4-Methoxyphenyl)dimethoxymethane
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Quality Control

Our (Dimethoxymethyl)Anisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its high volatility, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.500 - 1.510
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.070 - 1.090

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