Description

3-Butenoic Acid, 3-Methyl-, 1-Methylethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester building block with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive terminal alkene and ester functionalities, enabling its use as a key intermediate for creating complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a versatile synthon for the construction of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a precursor for specialty polymers and coatings, contributing to unique material properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butenoic Acid, 3-Methyl-, 1-Methylethyl Ester
CAS No.	57003-43-7
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Isopropyl 3-Methyl-3-butenoate; 3-Methyl-3-butenoic Acid Isopropyl Ester; 1-Methylethyl 3-Methyl-3-butenoate; Isopropenylacetic Acid Isopropyl Ester; 3-Methylbut-3-enoic Acid Isopropyl Ester; Isopropyl β,β-Dimethylacrylate; β,β-Dimethylacrylic Acid Isopropyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 3-Butenoic Acid, 3-Methyl-, 1-Methylethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.424
Density (20°C)	0.89 - 0.93 g/mL

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