Description

tert-Butyl butanoate is a high-purity ester compound, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its specific structure offers favorable properties for applications requiring controlled reactivity and volatility. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable raw materials for process development and production.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.
• Solvent for Specialty Reactions: Acts as a reaction medium in processes where its ester functionality and volatility are advantageous.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block or solvent in the production of specific flavor and fragrance compounds.
• Polymer and Resin Modification: Employed as a plasticizer or modifying agent in the formulation of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in laboratory-scale organic synthesis and process chemistry research.
• Extraction and Purification: Utilized in separation processes within fine chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Butanoate
CAS No.	2308-38-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Butanoic acid, tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl butyrate; Butyric acid tert-butyl ester; 2-Methyl-2-propyl butanoate; t-Butyl butanoate; t-Butyl butyrate; Butanoic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 1,1-Dimethylethyl butanoate
EINECS	218-989-3

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl butanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, 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 evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.400 - 1.405
Density (20°C)	0.860 - 0.870 g/mL

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