
Catalog Number	AR0039BG
Chemical Name	Benzaldehyde Dibenzyl Acetal
CAS Number	5784-65-6
Molecular Formula	C21H20O2
Molecular Weight	304.3823
SMILES	c1ccc(cc1)C(OCc1ccccc1)OCc1ccccc1

Benzaldehyde Dibenzyl Acetal, also known as benzylidene dibenzyl ether or simply DBA, is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis due to its unique properties and reactivity. This compound serves as a protecting group in organic chemistry, shielding aldehydes and other reactive functional groups from unwanted reactions during complex chemical processes. By forming stable acetal derivatives, Benzaldehyde Dibenzyl Acetal effectively safeguards sensitive compounds while allowing for desired transformations to take place. Furthermore, its easy removal under mild conditions makes it a valuable tool for synthetic chemists seeking to achieve precise control over their reactions. Additionally, Benzaldehyde Dibenzyl Acetal can also serve as a synthetic building block in the preparation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, exemplifying its broad utility in the realm of synthetic organic chemistry.