Description

Butan-2-Yl Carbamate is a versatile organic compound with the CAS number 2114-15-0, serving as a valuable building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its carbamate functional group makes it a key intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This compound is particularly sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its carbamate moiety for biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the creation of polyurethanes and other specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in peptide coupling reactions and as a protecting group for amines in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in medicinal chemistry and material science research for novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butan-2-Yl Carbamate
CAS No.	2114-15-0
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO2
Molecular Weight	117.15 g/mol
Synonyms	sec-Butyl carbamate; 2-Butyl carbamate; 2-Butanol, 1-carbamate; Butan-2-ol, carbamate; Carbamic acid, sec-butyl ester; 1-Methylpropyl carbamate; NSC 403697
EINECS	218-302-9

Quality Control

Our Butan-2-Yl Carbamate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	86 - 90 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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