Description

Description

Dimedone (CAS 206658-89-1), also known as 5,5-dimethylcyclohexane-1,3-dione, is a cyclic diketone with the molecular formula C₈H₁₂O₂. This high-purity organic compound is widely utilized in synthetic chemistry and analytical applications due to its unique reactivity as a ??-diketone. Dimedone is particularly valued for its role as a selective reagent for the detection and quantification of aldehydes, forming stable crystalline derivatives. The compound’s rigid cyclohexane backbone with two carbonyl groups at the 1 and 3 positions offers distinctive chemical properties for nucleophilic addition reactions. Available in crystalline form with typical purity ??98%, our Dimedone is rigorously tested to meet the exacting standards of pharmaceutical research, organic synthesis, and material science applications. Proper storage conditions (room temperature in a tightly sealed container) ensure long-term stability of this versatile building block.

Application

Dimedone serves as a key reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for the selective detection and protection of aldehydes through its characteristic condensation reactions. In analytical chemistry, it’s employed as a derivatizing agent for gas chromatography and mass spectrometry analysis of carbonyl compounds. The compound finds application in heterocyclic synthesis, serving as a precursor for various pharmacologically active structures. Researchers also utilize Dimedone in material science for the development of organic frameworks and coordination polymers.

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