Description

2,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol is a branched-chain tertiary alcohol with the CAS number 594-60-5. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by industries involved in producing fragrances, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and high-performance lubricant additives.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used in the production of esters and other derivatives that contribute to specific olfactory profiles.
• Solvent for Specialty Reactions: Employed as a reaction medium in processes requiring a polar, aprotic solvent with specific steric properties.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive Precursor: Acts as a precursor for compounds that improve the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and fuels.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and novel synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol
CAS No.	594-60-5
Molecular Formula	C6H14O
Molecular Weight	102.17 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Hexyl Alcohol; 2,3-Dimethylbutan-2-ol; Pinacolyl Alcohol; 2,3-Dimethyl-2-butyl alcohol; 1,1,2-Trimethyl-1-propanol; (CH3)2C(OH)CH(CH3)2; 2,3-DMBA
EINECS	209-850-4

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to ensure traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

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)	1.415 - 1.419
Density (20°C)	0.805 - 0.815 g/mL

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