Description

1,3-Dioxolane-2-Propionaldehyde is a versatile aldehyde-protected intermediate of significant value in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary importance lies in its role as a masked aldehyde group, offering enhanced stability and selectivity for multi-step organic reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring controlled aldehyde functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its protected form allows for specific reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers with unique properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex natural product analogs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dioxolane-2-Propionaldehyde
CAS No.	82962-18-3
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)propanal; 2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)propionaldehyde; 2-(2-Propenal)-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane-2-propionaldehyde; 2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-1-propanal; Acrolein 1,3-dioxolane adduct; 3-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)propanal (isomer)
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dioxolane-2-Propionaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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