Description

Di-tert-Butoxydiazene is a specialized organic compound belonging to the diazene class, characterized by its two tert-butoxy substituents. This compound serves as a valuable reagent and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the generation of tert-butoxy radicals under controlled conditions. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures and studying reaction mechanisms.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a source of tert-butoxy radicals for various radical-mediated transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific radical functionalization steps.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as an initiator or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key building block in the development of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science: Utilized in surface modification and the creation of advanced functional materials with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical tool for mechanistic studies and developing new synthetic methodologies in chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di-tert-Butoxydiazene
CAS No.	14976-54-6
Molecular Formula	C8H18N2O2
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Di-tert-butyl hyponitrite; tert-Butyl hyponitrite; Diazene, bis(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-; (tert-BuO)2N2; Bis(tert-butoxy)diazene; DTBD; tert-Butoxy radical precursor
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Quality Control

Our Di-tert-Butoxydiazene is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and identification by spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its nature as a potential radical source and organic peroxide derivative, it should be stored away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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