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1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene acetal (1,4-Dioxaspiro(4.5)decan-8-one)

SKU 30274078 CAS 4746-97-8 C8H12O3 MW 156.18 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene acetal, also known as 1,4-dioxaspiro(4.5)decan-8-one, is a cyclic acetal used in organic synthesis as a protecting group for carbonyl compounds and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular formula of C8H12O3, a molecular weight of 156.18 g/mol, and is stable at ambient temperature. It carries a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies 1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene acetal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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  • 25 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
  • 100 g — £88.50 per pack ex VAT · £106.20 inc. VAT

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Solid

Storage & handling

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Storage Temperature Ambient
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 30274078
CAS Number 4746-97-8
IUPAC Name 1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]decan-8-one
Molecular Formula C8H12O3
Molecular Weight 156.18
Exact Mass 156.0786
SMILES C1CC2(CCC1=O)OCCO2
InChIKey VKRKCBWIVLSRBJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C8H12O3/c9-7-1-3-8(4-2-7)10-5-6-11-8/h1-6H2
PubChem CID 567415
REACH Code Y113
HTS Code 29329990
Tariff Code 2932990090

Safety & GHS

Warning
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07

Hazard statements

  • H315 Causes skin irritation
  • H319 Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

  • P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
  • P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • 1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene acetal
  • 1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene ketal
  • 1,4-Cyclohexanedione, cyclic 1,2-ethanediyl acetal
  • 1,4-Dioxa-(4,5)spiro-8-decanone
  • 1,4-Dioxaspiro[4.5]decan-8-one
  • 4,4-(Ethylenedioxy)cyclohexanone
  • Cyclohexane-1,4-dione monoethylene ketal
  • VKRKCBWIVLSRBJ-UHFFFAOYSA-
  • VKRKCBWIVLSRBJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Frequently asked questions

What is 1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene acetal used for?

It is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceutical intermediates and specialty chemicals.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is C8H12O3 with a molecular weight of 156.18 g/mol.

How should this compound be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available?

Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply this in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply 1,4-Cyclohexanedione monoethylene acetal in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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