Description

(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolan-4-Yl)Methyl (2E)-2-Butenoate is a high-purity specialty chemical intermediate, valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its protected diol functionality and activated ester group make it a critical reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures with high selectivity. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in nucleoside and carbohydrate-based drug development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure enables the introduction of specific functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands, catalysts, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent for creating novel polymers with specific degradation or solubility profiles.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable tool for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolan-4-Yl)Methyl (2E)-2-Butenoate
CAS No.	823192-45-6
Molecular Formula	C10H16O4
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Crotonic acid (2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl ester; (4R)-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-ylmethyl (2E)-but-2-enoate; (2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl crotonate; 1,2-O-Isopropylidene-D-glycerol crotonate; Acetonide crotonate; D-Glyceraldehyde acetonide crotonate; (E)-(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methyl 2-butenoate
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Quality Control

Our (2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxolan-4-Yl)Methyl (2E)-2-Butenoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (E/Z ratio)	≥ 98:2 (E/Z)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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