Description

tert-Butyl Ester CAS NO 1251006-54-8 is a specialized organic ester compound characterized by its tert-butyl protecting group, which offers enhanced stability and specific reactivity profiles. This chemical is a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its role in modulating molecular properties and facilitating complex chemical transformations. It is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers operating in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for API synthesis, ligand development, and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key protected intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where acid-sensitive functional groups are present.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the tert-butyl ester moiety can act as a precursor or a protecting group for carboxylic acids.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecules, including natural products and novel chemical entities.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins to impart specific thermal or solubility characteristics.
• Peptide Chemistry: Can be utilized in peptide synthesis as a protecting group for side-chain carboxylic acids (e.g., aspartic or glutamic acid) under certain conditions.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of organometallic catalysts and specialized ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Ester
CAS No.	1251006-54-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	tert-Butyl ester derivative; Butyl tert-butyl ester; t-Butyl ester; 2-Methyl-2-propyl ester; (1,1-Dimethylethyl) ester; tert-Butoxycarbonyl derivative (context-dependent); Boc-ester analog; CAS 1251006-54-8
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be sensitive to strong bases and should be kept away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or clear colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.