Description

1,4-Dimethoxy-2-Butyne is a versatile alkyne derivative and a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an alkyne and two methoxy groups, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring alkyne functionalization for coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, dendrimers, and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Sonogashira, Click, and other cross-coupling reactions to introduce alkyne moieties into target molecules.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Can be used as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dimethoxy-2-Butyne
CAS No.	16356-02-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyne-1,4-diol dimethyl ether; 1,4-Dimethoxybut-2-yne; Dimethyl but-2-yne-1,4-dioate; But-2-yne-1,4-diol dimethyl ether; 2-Butyne-1,4-diol, dimethyl ether; 1,4-Dimethoxy-2-butyne; 1,4-Dimethoxybutyne
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Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dimethoxy-2-Butyne is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area 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 long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	1.425 - 1.435
Density	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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