Description

2,2,3-Trimethylhexan-3-Ol is a branched tertiary alcohol with the CAS number 5340-41-0. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, prized for its specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for the production of complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex, woody, or amber-like fragrance molecules and flavoring agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its tertiary alcohol structure.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-boiling, non-polar solvent for specialized reactions and formulations in R&D laboratories.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Used to synthesize plasticizers or stabilizers that impart specific properties to polymer matrices.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additive Component: Serves as a precursor for compounds that improve the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,3-Trimethylhexan-3-Ol
CAS No.	5340-41-0
Molecular Formula	C9H20O
Molecular Weight	144.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hexanol, 2,2,3-trimethyl-; 2,2,3-Trimethyl-3-hexanol; 3-Hydroxy-2,2,3-trimethylhexane; tert-Hexyl Alcohol, 2,2,3-Trimethyl-; Trimethylhexanol
EINECS	226-269-5

Quality Control

Our 2,2,3-Trimethylhexan-3-Ol is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.830
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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