Description

3,3'-Oxybisbutan-1-Ol is a versatile bifunctional organic compound, serving as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both ether and primary alcohol functional groups, provides unique reactivity and solvency properties critical for high-performance formulations. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop tailored materials with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Used as a chain extender or cross-linking agent in the production of polyurethanes, polyesters, and epoxy resins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Specialty Solvents & Plasticizers: Acts as a high-boiling point solvent or a precursor for plasticizers in coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Employed in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and as an additive to improve fuel properties.
• Surface Active Agents: Functions as a precursor for non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in agrochemicals and personal care.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile building block for organic synthesis, including etherification and esterification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3'-Oxybisbutan-1-Ol
CAS No.	54289-82-6
Molecular Formula	C8H18O3
Molecular Weight	162.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3'-Oxybis-1-butanol; Di(3-hydroxybutyl) Ether; 1-Butanol, 3,3'-oxybis-; 3,3'-Oxybisbutanol; 3-(3-Hydroxybutoxy)butan-1-ol; Bis(3-hydroxybutyl) Ether; 3,3'-Dihydroxydibutyl Ether; DBED (DiButyl Ether Diol)
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Quality Control

Our 3,3'-Oxybisbutan-1-Ol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our clients' needs for regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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