Description

D,L-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol Methanesulfonate is a versatile chiral building block and protected intermediate of significant value in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary importance lies in its role as a key precursor for the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where it facilitates the introduction of a glyceraldehyde acetonide moiety. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of antiviral agents, cardiovascular drugs, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a protected glycerol derivative for synthesizing complex molecules in flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialized polymers with specific chiral centers.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Utilized in the development and testing of new chiral catalysts and ligands.

Basic Information

Product Name	D,L-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol Methanesulfonate
CAS No.	84806-02-0
Molecular Formula	C8H16O5S
Molecular Weight	224.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Solketal Methanesulfonate; (R,S)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol Methanesulfonate; (±)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methyl Methanesulfonate; DL-Solketal Mesylate; Glycerol Acetonide Methanesulfonate; (±)-Solketal Mesylate; 1,2-Isopropylidene Glycerol Methanesulfonate; (4R*,5S*)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol Methanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our D,L-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolane-4-Methanol Methanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, chiral purity (where applicable), 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and consideration should be given to storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation of quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 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.