Description

Ethyl Isoamyl Ether is a versatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate valued for its favorable volatility and solvating power. This compound is crucial for applications requiring a medium-boiling, non-protic solvent that facilitates various organic synthesis and extraction processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesis, formulation, and purification steps.

Application

• As a solvent and reaction medium in organic synthesis, particularly for Grignard reactions and other organometallic processes.
• As an extraction solvent in the purification of pharmaceuticals and natural products.
• As a component in specialty fuel formulations and fuel additives.
• As an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex ethers and flavor/fragrance compounds.
• As a solvent for resins, gums, and coatings in industrial formulations.
• In analytical chemistry as a mobile phase component or sample preparation solvent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Isoamyl Ether
CAS No.	628-04-6
Molecular Formula	C7H16O
Molecular Weight	116.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Isoamyl Ether; 3-Methylbutyl ethyl ether; Ethoxy-3-methylbutane; Isoamyl Ethyl Ether; 1-Ethoxy-3-methylbutane; Ether, ethyl isoamyl; NSC 8880
EINECS	211-018-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Isoamyl Ether is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation and to minimize peroxide formation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.395 - 1.405
Density (20°C)	0.760 - 0.770 g/mL
Peroxide Value	To be determined

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