Ethyl 2,4-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-2-acetate(CAS#6290-17-1)
| Safety Description | S24/25 – Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S23 – Do not breathe vapour. |
| TSCA | Yes |
Introduction
Ethyl 2,4-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-2-acetate, commonly known as MDEA or MDE, is an organic compound. The following is an introduction to its nature, use, preparation method and safety information:
Quality:
- Appearance: Colorless liquid
Use:
- MDEA is often used as a reagent and solvent in organic synthesis, especially in pesticide synthesis.
Method:
- The conventional preparation method for MDEA is to react 2,4-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane with ethyl acetate to generate a target product.
- Reaction conditions often require the use of acid catalysts such as sulfuric acid or phosphoric acid.
Safety Information:
- MDEA is a flammable liquid and should be stored and handled with fire precautions.
- Exposure to MDEA may cause skin and eye irritation, so wear protective equipment such as protective gloves, face shields, and goggles when using it to avoid direct skin and eye exposure.
- Follow the relevant regulations and guidelines for safe laboratory operations when using MDEA.
