Description

3-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl]Oxolane-2,5-Dione is a high-purity chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of complex molecules, offering a unique structural motif for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of advanced materials for electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable building block for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex heterocyclic and aromatic systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl]Oxolane-2,5-Dione
CAS No.	886-30-6
Molecular Formula	C12H12O4
Molecular Weight	220.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxybenzylsuccinic Anhydride; (4-Methoxybenzyl)succinic Anhydride; 3-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)methyl]dihydrofuran-2,5-dione; 3-(4-Methoxybenzyl)dihydrofuran-2,5-dione; Succinic Anhydride, (p-Methoxybenzyl)-; p-Methoxybenzylsuccinic Anhydride; NSC 403714
EINECS	212-943-4

Quality Control

Our 3-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Methyl]Oxolane-2,5-Dione is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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