2-(Chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxolane

It acts as a precursor, allowing chemists to introduce dioxolane structures and functional groups, making it valuable in creating complex molecules for various industrial and medicinal applications. 2-(Chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxolane is a key organic building block used as a versatile intermediate in synthesizing pharmaceuticals (like the bronchodilator Doxofylline), polymers, coatings, and in textile/leather processing for finishes.

CAS No 2568-30-1
Molecular Formula C4H7ClO2
Molecular Weight 122.55 g/mol
Synonyms 2-(chloromethyl)-1,3-dioxolane

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