Description

2-Isopropoxypropane, also known as diisopropyl ether, is a highly versatile and efficient aprotic solvent with a low boiling point. Its primary value lies in its excellent solvency for a wide range of organic compounds, coupled with its favorable evaporation profile, making it ideal for processes requiring rapid drying. This chemical is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable reaction medium or extraction agent. Its properties also make it suitable for use as a starting material or intermediate in organic synthesis.

Application

• Primary Solvent: Widely used as an aprotic solvent for Grignard reactions, polymerizations, and extractions in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.
• Fuel & Additive Component: Employed as a gasoline additive and an oxygenate to improve octane rating and reduce engine knocking.
• Extraction Agent: Effective in the extraction of fats, oils, waxes, and specific alkaloids due to its selective solvency.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key starting material or building block in the production of other organic compounds and peroxides.
• Laboratory Reagent: A common solvent in research and development laboratories for chromatography and as a reaction medium.
• Cleaning & Degreasing: Used in formulated cleaning solutions for precision electronics and metal parts due to its volatility.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropoxypropane
CAS No.	108-20-3
Molecular Formula	C6H14O
Molecular Weight	102.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Diisopropyl ether; Isopropyl ether; 2,2'-Oxybis[propane]; DIPE; 2-Isopropoxy propane; Propane, 2,2'-oxybis-; Ether, diisopropyl
EINECS	203-560-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Isopropoxypropane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity verification, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial and laboratory use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) when possible and keep containers tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and peroxide formation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%
Peroxides (as H2O2)	≤ 0.02%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.01%
Boiling Range	67 - 69 °C
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.724 - 0.728
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.367 - 1.369

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