1,3-Dimethoxypropane

• CAT Number: M078168
• CAS Number: 17081-21-9
• Molecular Formula: C5H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 104.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Propane, 1,3-dimethoxy-; Trimethylene glycol dimethyl ether
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1,3-dimethoxypropane
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H12O2/c1-6-4-3-5-7-2/h3-5H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: UUAMLBIYJDPGFU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COCCCOC

1,3-Dimethoxypropane (Cat No.:M078168) is a chemical compound. It consists of a propane backbone with two methoxy groups (–OCH3) attached at positions 1 and 3. This compound is important in organic synthesis and chemical research due to its potential applications in various reactions. 1,3-Dimethoxypropane is often used as a reagent for protecting functional groups during chemical transformations, preventing unwanted side reactions. Its role as a protecting group precursor supports the synthesis of complex molecules by temporarily blocking reactive sites. 1,3-Dimethoxypropane’s versatility in protecting functional groups contributes to advancements in organic chemistry and synthetic methodology.

Reference

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2.Song, Bo Geun, and Son‐Ki Ihm. "The role of two different internal donors (phthalate and 1, 3‐diether) on the formation of surface structure in MgCl2‐supported Ziegler–Natta catalysts and their catalytic performance of propylene polymerization." Journal of Applied Polymer Science 131.15 (2014).