Description

4,4-Dimethoxy-1-Butene is a versatile chemical intermediate featuring a reactive terminal alkene group flanked by two methoxy substituents. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries for constructing heterocycles and functionalized organic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Diels-Alder reactions, cycloadditions, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming transformations.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty coatings and adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Dimethoxy-1-Butene
CAS No.	10602-36-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butene, 4,4-dimethoxy-; 4,4-Dimethoxybut-1-ene; 1,1-Dimethoxy-3-butene; 3-Buten-1-ol, 1,1-dimethoxy-; 4,4-Dimethoxybutene-1
EINECS	234-240-4

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Dimethoxy-1-Butene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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