Description

2,2-Dimethoxybutane is a versatile acetal compound primarily used as a protecting group reagent and a specialty solvent in advanced organic synthesis. Its high volatility and reactivity under acidic conditions make it a valuable tool for chemists requiring controlled reaction environments. This product is essential for R&D and production within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where precise molecular manipulation is critical.

Application

• Protecting Group for Diols and Carbonyls: Widely employed in multi-step organic synthesis to temporarily mask reactive functional groups, enabling selective transformations.
• Specialty Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used in reactions requiring anhydrous, aprotic conditions, particularly in Grignard and organometallic chemistry.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, including fragrances, flavors, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive Precursor: Utilized in the development of performance-enhancing additives for industrial fuels and synthetic lubricants.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a derivatization agent in gas chromatography and other analytical techniques to improve the detection of specific compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethoxybutane
CAS No.	3453-99-4
Molecular Formula	C6H14O2
Molecular Weight	118.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Butane, 2,2-dimethoxy-; 2,2-Dimethoxybutane; 1,1-Dimethoxy-1-methylpropane; Acetaldehyde dimethyl acetal, methyl ethyl substituted; Dimethyl acetal of 2-butanone; 2-Methyl-1,1-dimethoxypropane
EINECS	222-381-5

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dimethoxybutane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.3880 - 1.3920
Density (20°C)	0.850 - 0.870 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 115 - 117°C

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