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N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal (CAS 4637-24-5)

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Alternate Names:
DMFDMA; 1,1-Dimethoxy-N,N-dimethyl methanamine; 1,1-Dimethoxytrimethylamine
Application:
N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal is a reagent for n-dimethylaminomethylene and methyl esters
CAS Number:
4637-24-5
Molecular Weight:
119.16
Molecular Formula:
C5H13NO2
Supplemental Information:
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For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal is a chemical compound that functions as a protecting group in organic synthesis. It is used to temporarily mask reactive functional groups in molecules, preventing unwanted reactions during specific steps. The compound acts by forming a stable acetal with the functional group, effectively blocking its reactivity. This allows for selective manipulation of other parts of the molecule without affecting the protected group. Upon completion of the desired steps, the protecting group can be removed under specific conditions, regenerating the original functional group. This enables precise control over the chemical reactions and facilitates the synthesis of complex organic molecules. N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal plays a role in the development of new compounds and materials by providing a means to manipulate and control the reactivity of specific functional groups within molecules.


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N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal, 25 ml

sc-255373
25 ml
$44.00

N,N-Dimethylformamide dimethyl acetal, 100 ml

sc-255373A
100 ml
$114.00