Description

1,2-Dimethylborane is a highly reactive organoborane compound, primarily utilized as a versatile reagent and precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce boron-containing functional groups, which are pivotal for cross-coupling reactions and materials science research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds and advanced materials.

Application

• As a key boron source in Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions for pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
• As a precursor for boron-doped materials used in semiconductor and electronic device research.
• In the synthesis of organoboron ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• For hydroboration reactions with alkenes and alkynes to create functionalized organoboranes.
• In research and development of novel polymeric materials with specific thermal or electronic properties.
• As a specialized reagent in agrochemical research for creating new active ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dimethylborane
CAS No.	17156-88-6
Molecular Formula	C₂H₇B
Molecular Weight	41.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethylborane; Boron, dimethyl-; 1,2-Dimethylborane (cyclic dimer); 1,2-Dimethyldiborane(6); Tetramethyldiborane; (CH3)2BH; Diborane(6), 1,2-dimethyl-
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dimethylborane is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials are analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR spectroscopy and gas chromatography to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature, this compound must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat and ignition sources. Specific storage temperature recommendations are provided on the material's safety data sheet.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas (typically supplied in solution or in a lecture bottle)
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95% (Typical grades: 95%, 98%)
Solvent (if supplied in solution)	Specified (e.g., Tetrahydrofuran, Toluene)
Concentration (if supplied in solution)	Specified (e.g., 0.5 M, 1.0 M)

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