Description

2,2-Dimethyl-1-Butanol is a branched-chain primary alcohol with the CAS number 1185-33-7, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and solvent. Its unique structure, featuring a tertiary carbon adjacent to the hydroxyl group, imparts specific reactivity and physical properties useful in organic synthesis. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for producing esters, plasticizers, and other fine chemicals.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of esters that serve as key aroma components in perfumes and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a building block or chiral auxiliary in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a solvent in formulations for coatings, inks, and cleaning agents where specific evaporation rates and solvency are required.
• Polymer and Plasticizer Production: Serves as a precursor for plasticizers and modifiers used to enhance the flexibility and properties of polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in organic synthesis laboratories for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel compounds.
• Lubricant Additive: Can be used in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and functional fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethyl-1-Butanol
CAS No.	1185-33-7
Molecular Formula	C6H14O
Molecular Weight	102.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethylbutan-1-ol; Neohexyl Alcohol; 1-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylbutane; Butanol, 2,2-dimethyl-; 2,2-Dimethylbutanol; 2,2-Dimethyl-n-butanol; (CH3)3CCH2CH2OH
EINECS	214-674-1

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethyl-1-Butanol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, IR, and NMR to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.418 - 1.422
Density (20°C)	0.815 - 0.825 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 136 - 140 °C

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