Solketal (CAS 100-79-8): A Versatile Organic Intermediate for Pharmaceutical and Industrial Applications
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Solketal (2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol
As a leading chemical manufacturer and supplier in China, we offer high-purity Solketal (CAS 100-79-8). This colorless, transparent liquid is essential for synthesizing glycerides, acting as a universal solvent, a plasticizer, and a pharmaceutical auxiliary material. Our commitment to quality ensures you receive a reliable product for your diverse industrial needs. Inquire about our competitive prices and bulk purchase options.
- Solketal for Pharmaceutical Use: Essential as a co-solvent and suspending agent in drug formulations.
- Universal Solvent Properties: Ideal for a wide range of chemical reactions and formulations.
- Manufacturer Purity Standards: Assay typically ≧99.0%, ensuring consistent performance.
- Sustainable Sourcing: Derived from glycerol, a byproduct of biodiesel production.
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Exceptional Purity and Stability
Our Solketal meets stringent quality standards, offering minimal impurities like moisture and acid number, ensuring reliable results in demanding applications. Its inherent stability simplifies storage and handling for manufacturers and formulators.
Versatile Applications
From pharmaceutical intermediates and excipients to its growing use as a biofuel additive for improved combustion and reduced emissions, Solketal offers unparalleled versatility. Explore its potential as a plasticizer or in custom synthesis projects.
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Diverse Applications of Solketal
Pharmaceutical Intermediates
Solketal is a vital building block in pharmaceutical synthesis and serves as an effective co-solvent and suspending agent, improving the delivery and efficacy of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
Industrial Solvents
Its excellent solubility in both polar and non-polar organic solvents makes Solketal a preferred choice for various industrial processes and cleaning applications.
Biofuel Additives
The compound enhances fuel stability and promotes cleaner combustion, reducing particulate emissions, making it an attractive additive for biodiesel and other fuel formulations.
Plasticizers and Formulation Aids
Solketal functions as a plasticizer and is utilized in various formulations to improve material properties and processability.