Description

Dibutoxymethane is a high-purity, highly volatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate. Its unique properties make it a valuable component in formulations requiring rapid evaporation and excellent solvency. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality. Dibutoxymethane CAS NO 2568-90-3 is supplied to meet the stringent demands of global industrial applications.

Application

• Solvent for Industrial Coatings and Inks: Used as a fast-evaporating solvent in high-performance coatings, printing inks, and adhesive formulations to control drying time and film formation.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for the production of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing.
• Reaction Medium: Employed as a solvent in various chemical reactions, including Grignard reactions and polymerizations, where its volatility and stability are advantageous.
• Extraction Agent: Utilized in the extraction and purification of natural products and active ingredients due to its selective solvency.
• Fuel and Lubricant Additive Component: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of additives designed to improve fuel properties and lubricant performance.
• Cleaning and Degreasing Formulations: Incorporated into specialty cleaning solutions for electronics and precision equipment where rapid, residue-free evaporation is critical.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibutoxymethane
CAS No.	2568-90-3
Molecular Formula	C9H20O2
Molecular Weight	160.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Butylal; Formal; Dibutyl Formal; 1,1-Dibutoxymethane; Butyl Formal; Formic Acid, Dibutyl Acetal; Methane, Dibutoxy-; Acetaldehyde Dibutyl Acetal (obsolete); DBF
EINECS	219-904-6

Quality Control

Our Dibutoxymethane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC), to ensure it meets precise purity and composition specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.408 - 1.412
Density (20°C)	0.830 - 0.840 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 185°C

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