Description

1,4-Dioxane-2,5-Dione,3-Hexyl-6-Methyl-(9Ci) is a specialized cyclic diester monomer, identified by CAS number 779355-47-4, which serves as a critical building block in advanced polymer synthesis. Its value lies in enabling the creation of tailored aliphatic polyesters with specific degradation profiles and material properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and specialty plastics industries seeking to innovate with biodegradable materials.

Application

• Biodegradable Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for the production of aliphatic polyesters, such as poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) analogs, used in medical devices and controlled-release drug delivery systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific ester functionalities.
• Tissue Engineering Scaffolds: Used to fabricate biocompatible and resorbable polymer matrices that support cell growth and tissue regeneration.
• Specialty Adhesives & Coatings: Imparts controlled degradation and flexibility in high-performance, environmentally sensitive adhesive and coating formulations.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in R&D for developing novel copolymers with tunable thermal and mechanical properties for industrial and consumer applications.
• Sutures and Implants: A component in the synthesis of bioresorbable surgical sutures and temporary implant materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dioxane-2,5-Dione,3-Hexyl-6-Methyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	779355-47-4
Molecular Formula	C11H18O4
Molecular Weight	214.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hexyl-6-methyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione; 3-Hexyl-6-methyl-[1,4]dioxane-2,5-dione; Hexylmethyl glycolide; Aliphatic substituted glycolide; Cyclic diester monomer C11; 1,4-Dioxane-2,5-dione, 3-hexyl-6-methyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,4-Dioxane-2,5-Dione,3-Hexyl-6-Methyl-(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as confirmed by HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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