Description

(Z)-2-tert-Butylbut-2-Enedioic Acid CAS NO 18305-61-8 is a high-purity, unsaturated dicarboxylic acid derivative characterized by its specific stereochemistry and tert-butyl substituent. This compound is a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering unique steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties such as specific solubility or thermal stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: A crucial intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Used in methodological studies and as a standard in analytical chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) investigations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-2-tert-Butylbut-2-Enedioic Acid
CAS No.	18305-61-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12O4
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-2-(tert-Butyl)maleic Acid; (2Z)-2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-butenedioic Acid; 2-tert-Butylmaleic Acid (Z-isomer); (Z)-2-tert-Butylmaleic Acid; (Z)-2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-butenedioic Acid; (Z)-2-tert-Butyl-2-butenedioic Acid; (Z)-2-(tert-Butyl)but-2-enedioic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Z)-2-tert-Butylbut-2-Enedioic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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