Description

tert-Butyl Propionate is a high-purity organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and solvent. Its chemical structure makes it particularly useful in applications requiring a stable, non-polar medium with specific reactivity. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable raw materials for synthesis and formulation processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block or solvent in the production of pesticides and herbicides.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Acts as a monomer or solvent in the manufacture of specific polymer resins and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a protecting group reagent or esterification agent in complex organic reactions.
• Industrial Solvent: Functions as an effective solvent for resins, oils, and other organic compounds in various formulations.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a precursor in the synthesis of certain ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Propionate
CAS No.	20487-40-5
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2
Molecular Weight	130.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Propanoic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 2-Methyl-2-propyl propionate; t-Butyl propionate; tert-Butyl propanoate; TBProp
EINECS	243-863-3

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Propionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and synthetic 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, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). 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)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.395 - 1.399
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.