Description

Isobutyl Vinyl Ether is a versatile and highly reactive chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to undergo facile polymerization and addition reactions, making it a key building block for specialty polymers and fine chemicals. This product is critically needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications ranging from coatings and adhesives to the synthesis of complex active ingredients.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Manufacturing: Serves as a reactive monomer and modifier in the production of specialty polymers, including polyvinyl ethers and coatings resins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Acts as a reactive diluent and cross-linking agent to enhance performance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cycloaddition and other addition reactions to construct complex molecular frameworks.
• Surface Coating Modifier: Incorporated into formulations to improve flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance of coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutyl Vinyl Ether
CAS No.	109-53-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Vinyl isobutyl ether; IBVE; 1-Ethenoxy-2-methylpropane; 2-Methylpropyl vinyl ether; Ether, isobutyl vinyl; Isobutoxyethene; (2-Methylpropoxy)ethene; EINECS 203-679-6
EINECS	203-679-6

Quality Control

Our Isobutyl Vinyl Ether is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and specific tests is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain product integrity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Peroxide Value	≤ 100 ppm
Density at 20°C	0.770 - 0.780 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.398 - 1.402

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.