Description

Isobutyl Isocyanate is a versatile organic building block and reactive intermediate essential for synthesizing a wide range of urethanes, amides, and other nitrogen-containing compounds. Its high reactivity makes it a critical component for introducing the isobutyl moiety into specialty chemical structures, enabling the development of advanced materials with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries for applications such as pesticide synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediate production, and the creation of specialty coatings and adhesives.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of carbamate and urea-based pesticides and herbicides.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used to create active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other critical intermediates through reactions with amines and alcohols.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of polyurethanes, specialty coatings, and high-performance adhesives.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of amides, carbamates, and ureas for research and industrial applications.
• Surface Modifier: Used to functionalize surfaces and materials to alter their chemical properties and reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	1873-29-6
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO
Molecular Weight	99.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Isobutyl isocyanate; 2-Methylpropyl isocyanate; Isocyanic acid, 2-methylpropyl ester; (2-Methylpropyl)isocyanate; NSC 9375; Isobutylcarbimide
EINECS	217-500-7

Quality Control

Our Isobutyl Isocyanate is produced under stringent 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, to meet exacting customer requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications.

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 moisture-sensitive nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent hydrolysis and polymerization. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/cm³
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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