Description

1,1-Dimethyldiborane is a highly reactive organoborane compound with the CAS number 16924-32-6, serving as a versatile reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its utility as a precise boron source and a powerful reducing or hydroborating agent for creating complex molecular architectures. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity intermediates for fine chemical production and materials science applications.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): A key boron precursor for depositing boron-containing thin films and coatings in semiconductor and advanced material manufacturing.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a specialized reagent for hydroboration reactions and as a catalyst component in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Science: Used in the production and modification of specialty polymers, including boron-doped polymers and high-performance resins.
• Materials Research: Acts as a critical building block in the development of novel boron-based nanomaterials and ceramics.
• Reduction Reactions: Functions as a potent and selective reducing agent in fine chemical synthesis where traditional reagents are unsuitable.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dimethyldiborane
CAS No.	16924-32-6
Molecular Formula	C₂H₁₀B₂
Molecular Weight	55.72 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyldiborane(6); Diborane(6), 1,1-dimethyl-; 1,1-Dimethyldiborane(6); Asym-Dimethyldiborane; Unsym-Dimethyldiborane; B,B-Dimethyldiborane; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	240-984-5

Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dimethyldiborane is produced and handled under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and titration methods, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all 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. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this product must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. The storage area must be cool, dry, well-ventilated, and away from sources of ignition, heat, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid / gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (NMR)	≥ 97.0%
Major Impurities (GC)	≤ 3.0% total
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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