Description

2-Methoxypropene is a highly versatile and reactive chemical intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a protecting group reagent in organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to efficiently form acid-labile protecting groups for alcohols and diols, which is critical for the multi-step synthesis of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular construction is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Key intermediate for protecting hydroxyl groups during the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex natural products.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of pesticides and herbicides where selective protection of functional groups is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and scale-up studies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Methoxypropene
CAS No.	116-11-0
Molecular Formula	C4H8O
Molecular Weight	72.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Isopropenyl methyl ether; 2-Methoxy-1-propene; Methyl isopropenyl ether; 1-Isopropenyl methyl ether; 2-Methoxy-prop-1-ene; Propene, 2-methoxy-; MIPE
EINECS	204-126-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxypropene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain stability and prevent polymerization. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.770 - 0.790 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.395 - 1.405

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