Description

Methyl tert-Butylacetate (CAS NO 10250-48-3) is a high-purity specialty ester valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a tert-butyl group with an acetate moiety, makes it particularly useful for introducing sterically hindered ester functionalities. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecule production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a bulky ester group is required to modulate solubility or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where it acts as an intermediate to create compounds with specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances due to its specific ester profile.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, contributing to desired physical properties like flexibility or glass transition temperature.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for method development and the creation of novel chemical entities.
• Specialty Solvent: Can be utilized as a solvent for specific reactions or purification processes where its evaporation rate and solvency power are advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl tert-Butylacetate
CAS No.	10250-48-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2
Molecular Weight	130.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, 2,2-dimethylpropyl ester; 2,2-Dimethylpropyl acetate; Neopentyl acetate; tert-Butylmethyl acetate; 2,2-Dimethyl-1-acetoxypropane; Neopentanol acetate; Pivalylmethyl ester
EINECS	233-603-7

Quality Control

Our Methyl tert-Butylacetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets stringent purity and identity specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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, acids, and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.395 - 1.405
Density (20°C)	0.86 - 0.90 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 130 - 135 °C

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