Description

1,1-Diethoxybutane is a high-purity acetal derivative valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and solvent. Its primary commercial significance lies in its ability to act as a protecting group for carbonyls and as a precursor in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a precursor or solvent in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key protecting group reagent in multi-step synthetic routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile acetalization agent for aldehydes and ketones, facilitating complex chemical transformations.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a reaction medium in processes requiring specific solvation properties for sensitive organometallic or Grignard reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty resins and polymers.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Functions as a reagent in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Diethoxybutane
CAS No.	3658-95-5
Molecular Formula	C8H18O2
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyraldehyde Diethyl Acetal; 1,1-Bis(ethoxy)butane; Butanal Diethyl Acetal; Diethyl Butyl Acetal; Butyraldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Butane, 1,1-diethoxy-; Ethyl Butyl Acetal; Acetaldehyde, butyl-, diethyl acetal
EINECS	222-903-0

Quality Control

Our 1,1-Diethoxybutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC analysis for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.395 - 1.405
Density (20°C)	0.825 - 0.835 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 160 - 165 °C

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