Description

Bis(2-Methylpropyl) Oxalate is a high-purity diester of oxalic acid, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and solvent. Its structure makes it particularly useful in organic synthesis and specialty formulation processes where controlled reactivity and solvency are required. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine organic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the manufacturing of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a reaction medium or processing solvent in applications requiring a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a plasticizer or cross-linking agent in specific polymer formulations to modify flexibility and curing properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Utilized in the controlled synthesis of ester-based aroma chemicals.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic chemists in academic and industrial R&D settings exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2-Methylpropyl) Oxalate
CAS No.	2050-61-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O4
Molecular Weight	202.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Diisobutyl Oxalate; Oxalic Acid Diisobutyl Ester; Diisobutyl Ethanedioate; Bis(isobutyl) Oxalate; Oxalic Acid Bis(2-methylpropyl) Ester; 2-Methylpropyl Oxalate; Isobutyl Oxalate; DIBO
EINECS	218-100-2

Quality Control

Our Bis(2-Methylpropyl) Oxalate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acidity (as Oxalic Acid)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.980 - 1.010
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430

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