Description

n-Butoxyacetaldehyde is a versatile aldehyde ether, a clear liquid organic compound valued for its bifunctional reactivity. This chemical serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis, offering a reactive aldehyde group and an ether linkage for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from intermediate synthesis to fragrance component production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Chemical Building Block: Employed in the manufacture of polymers, resins, and performance chemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations for coatings, adhesives, and sealants due to its reactive aldehyde group.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butoxyacetaldehyde
CAS No.	29043-89-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Butoxyacetaldehyde; 2-Butoxyacetaldehyde; 2-Butoxyethanal; Acetaldehyde, butoxy-; Butyloxyacetaldehyde; n-Butyloxyacetaldehyde; 1-Butoxyacetaldehyde; (Butoxymethyl)formaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our n-Butoxyacetaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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