Description

1-Chloro-3,3-Dimethylbutane is a versatile tertiary alkyl chloride building block, valued for its reactivity as an alkylating agent and its role as a precursor in organic synthesis. Its structure offers a sterically hindered chloromethyl group, making it a key intermediate for introducing the bulky 3,3-dimethylbutyl (neopentyl) moiety into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing advanced materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing sterically hindered alkyl groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as an alkylating agent in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions (SN1) in research and development laboratories.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals with unique structural profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-3,3-Dimethylbutane
CAS No.	2855-08-5
Molecular Formula	C6H13Cl
Molecular Weight	120.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Neopentyl Chloride; 3,3-Dimethyl-1-chlorobutane; 1-Chloro-3,3-dimethylbutane; tert-Butylchloromethane; Chloroneopentane; (Chloromethyl)trimethylmethane; 1-Chloro-neopentane
EINECS	220-672-7

Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-3,3-Dimethylbutane is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC analysis for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.418 - 1.422
Density (20°C)	0.865 - 0.875 g/mL

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