Description

Methallyl Alcohol CAS NO 513-42-8 is a highly versatile, unsaturated primary alcohol characterized by its reactive allylic and hydroxyl functional groups. This compound is a crucial chemical intermediate for synthesizing a wide range of advanced materials, including polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. It is essential for manufacturers in the specialty chemicals, polymer, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to introduce reactive sites or build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Manufacturing: Serves as a key monomer and chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives, imparting desired properties like cross-linking capability and flexibility.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals, leveraging its reactive double bond for constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the creation of specific aroma chemicals and synthetic flavors due to its structural features.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the methallyl group into target molecules through various reactions like etherification and esterification.
• Surface Active Agents: Used in the production of specialized surfactants and emulsifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methallyl Alcohol
CAS No.	513-42-8
Molecular Formula	C4H8O
Molecular Weight	72.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-propen-1-ol; 2-Methylallyl alcohol; Isobutenyl alcohol; 2-Methylprop-2-en-1-ol; Methallyl alcohol; β-Methallyl alcohol; 2-Methylallyl alcohol; 2-Methyl-2-propenol
EINECS	208-161-3

Quality Control

Our Methallyl Alcohol is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for industrial applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO standards, and we can support compliance documentation for REACH and other global regulatory frameworks as required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition points. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.423 - 1.427
Density (20°C)	0.850 - 0.860 g/mL

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