Description

1,4-Butanediol Dipropionate is a diester compound formed from 1,4-butanediol and propionic acid, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and specialty solvent. Its balanced molecular structure offers excellent solvency properties and reactivity, making it valuable for controlled synthesis and formulation processes. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Used as a plasticizer and co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polyesters and polyurethanes to modify flexibility and thermal properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Specialty Solvents: Employed as a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent for coatings, adhesives, and resin formulations.
• Flavor and Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or solvent in the production of esters for flavor and fragrance compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as an acylating agent or protecting group reagent in organic synthesis laboratories.
• Lubricant Additives: Utilized in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and functional fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Butanediol Dipropionate
CAS No.	1572-92-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O4
Molecular Weight	202.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Butane-1,4-diyl dipropionate; 1,4-Butylene dipropionate; Tetramethylene dipropionate; BDP; Propanoic acid, 1,4-butanediyl ester; NSC 403108
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Butanediol Dipropionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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