Description

2,6-Dimethyl(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Ylmethyl)Benzene is a specialized aromatic compound featuring a dioxolane-protected aldehyde or ketone functional group. This chemical structure makes it a valuable protected intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key protected synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful in the synthesis of novel chiral ligands, organocatalysts, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethyl(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Ylmethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	898785-37-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethylbenzaldehyde Ethylene Acetal; 2-(2,6-Dimethylbenzyl)-1,3-dioxolane; 1,3-Dioxolane, 2-[(2,6-dimethylphenyl)methyl]-; (2,6-Dimethylphenyl)acetaldehyde ethylene acetal; Benzene, 2,6-dimethyl(1,3-dioxolan-2-ylmethyl)-; 898785-37-0; 2,6-Dimethylbenzaldehyde ethylene acetal
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,6-Dimethyl(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Ylmethyl)Benzene adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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