Description

1-tert-Butyloxy-3,3-Dimethylbutane is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of ethers, specifically a tert-butyl ether derivative. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis, offering steric bulk and stability under various reaction conditions. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel compounds and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• As a protecting group reagent for alcohols and phenols in multi-step organic synthesis.
• As a versatile chemical intermediate in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• As a building block in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• For use in agrochemical research for the development of new herbicides and pesticides.
• As a reagent in methodology development and catalysis studies within academic and industrial laboratories.
• In the synthesis of flavor and fragrance compounds requiring specific ether functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-tert-Butyloxy-3,3-Dimethylbutane
CAS No.	4419-58-3
Molecular Formula	C10H22O
Molecular Weight	158.28 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl 3,3-dimethylbutyl ether; 3,3-Dimethylbutyl tert-butyl ether; 1-(tert-Butoxy)-3,3-dimethylbutane; 3,3-Dimethyl-1-(tert-butoxy)butane; t-Butyl 3,3-dimethylbutyl ether; Neohexyl tert-butyl ether; (3,3-Dimethylbutoxy)-tert-butane
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Quality Control

Our 1-tert-Butyloxy-3,3-Dimethylbutane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~0.78 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20/D)	~1.405

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