Description

Carbonic Acid, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic carbonate ester, also known as tert-Butyl ethyl carbonate. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable alkylating agent and protecting group reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemical, and fine chemical manufacturers for the controlled introduction of the tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc) group, a critical step in peptide synthesis and complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for introducing the acid-labile Boc protecting group in peptide and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific carbonate functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block and alkylating agent in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of polycarbonates and other specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for novel reaction development and complex molecule assembly.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbonic Acid, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	27945-07-9
Molecular Formula	C7H14O3
Molecular Weight	146.18 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl ethyl carbonate; Ethyl tert-butyl carbonate; Ethoxycarbonyloxy-tert-butane; BOC-OEt; tert-Butoxycarbonyl ethyl ester; Ethyl tert-butoxyformate; 1,1-Dimethylethyl ethyl carbonate; Ethyl (1,1-dimethylethyl) carbonate
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Quality Control

Our Carbonic Acid, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ethyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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