1. Description
2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane (CAS 2403-54-5) is a key heterocyclic intermediate, specifically a cyclic acetal derivative. It primarily functions as a stable protecting group for the 4-chlorobenzaldehyde moiety during complex multi-step pharmaceutical synthesis pathways. Offering high purity (>98.0% GC), it facilitates reliable reaction control and serves as a valuable building block for targeted API development.
2. Properties Table
| Property | Value |
| Product Name | 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1,3-dioxolane |
| CAS Number | 2403-54-5 |
| Molecular Formula | |
| Molecular Weight | 184.62 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low melting solid |
| Purity (GC) | >98.0% |
| Boiling Point | ~112 °C @ 10 mmHg (Lit.) |
| Density | ~1.23 g/mL at 25 °C (Lit.) |
| Solubility | Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., THF, DCM); insoluble in water |