Description

tert-Butyl Chromate Solution In Carbon Tetrachloride is a specialized organochromium reagent, widely utilized as a selective oxidizing agent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to perform controlled oxidations under mild conditions, making it a critical tool for producing high-value intermediates. This solution is essential for research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking efficient and reliable synthetic pathways.

Application

• Selective Oxidation Reactions: Key reagent for the controlled oxidation of primary and secondary alcohols to aldehydes and ketones, respectively.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in the production of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring precise oxidation steps.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of fragrances, flavors, and other specialty chemicals where selectivity is paramount.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in certain polymerization processes and surface modification reactions.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Used in the preparation of chromate-based coatings and surface treatments for specialized materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Chromate Solution In Carbon Tetrachloride
CAS No.	1189-85-1
Molecular Formula	C8H18CrO4 (in CCl4)
Molecular Weight	262.22 g/mol (for tert-Butyl Chromate)
Synonyms	Chromium, bis(1,1-dimethylethoxy)dioxo-; Di-tert-butyl chromate; tert-Butyl chromate(VI); t-Butyl chromate; DTBC; Chromic acid, di-tert-butyl ester; Bis(tert-butoxy)chromium dioxide
EINECS	214-718-4

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Chromate Solution is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and solution concentration. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and reducing agents. Due to the nature of the carbon tetrachloride solvent and the chromate compound, appropriate chemical storage cabinets with secondary containment are recommended. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent solvent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red-brown solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as tert-Butyl Chromate)	Contact for details
Solvent (Carbon Tetrachloride)	Balance
Chromium Content	Contact for details
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	< 0.5%

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