Description

2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-Pentanol is a branched tertiary alcohol with the CAS number 690-37-9. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and solvent in organic synthesis and industrial formulations, prized for its specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for producing specialty chemicals, plasticizers, and performance additives.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of esters, ethers, and other derivatives used in lubricants and plasticizers.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Acts as a solvent for resins, oils, and in various organic reactions due to its tertiary alcohol structure.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a precursor for synthetic musk and other aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Industry: Utilized in the production of polymer stabilizers and other performance additives.
• Research & Development: A reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-Pentanol
CAS No.	690-37-9
Molecular Formula	C8H18O
Molecular Weight	130.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Diisobutylcarbinol; 2,4,4-Trimethylpentan-2-ol; tert-Octyl Alcohol; 1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl Alcohol; 2-Pentanol, 2,4,4-trimethyl-; NSC 8646; t-Octanol; Isooctyl Alcohol (specific isomer)
EINECS	211-708-3

Quality Control

Our 2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-Pentanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including GC, IR, and purity assays to ensure it meets the required specifications for industrial and fine chemical use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and evaporation.

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)	1.418 - 1.422
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.