Description

Diisoamyl Sulfoxide is a high-purity organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 2051-06-1. It serves as a versatile and effective polar aprotic solvent and chemical intermediate, valued for its solvating power and reactivity. This product is essential for research laboratories and industrial processes in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where precise chemical synthesis and formulation are critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug substances.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a polar aprotic solvent for various organic reactions, including oxidations and polymerizations.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Employed as a key component or co-solvent in the production of pesticides and herbicides.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reagent or intermediate in the manufacture of fine chemicals and specialty materials.
• Extraction Processes: Utilized in selective extraction and separation processes within the chemical industry.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for method development and exploratory chemistry in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diisoamyl Sulfoxide
CAS No.	2051-06-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₂OS
Molecular Weight	190.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(3-methylbutyl) sulfoxide; Diisoamylsulfoxide; Sulfinylbis(3-methylbutane); 3-Methylbutyl sulfoxide; Isoamyl sulfoxide; 1,1'-Sulfinylbis(3-methylbutane); DIASO
EINECS	218-136-7

Quality Control

Our Diisoamyl Sulfoxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.475
Density (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL

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