Description

2,3-Dimethoxy-2,3-dimethylbutane is a high-purity, specialty organic compound primarily utilized as a versatile chemical intermediate and solvent. Its unique structure, featuring two methoxy groups on a branched alkane, makes it valuable for applications requiring controlled reactivity and volatility. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and advanced material science where precise chemical building blocks are required.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Specialty Solvent: Used in formulations and reactions where a highly volatile, aprotic solvent with specific solvation properties is needed.
• Perfumery and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor or solvent in the creation of synthetic aromatic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as an initiator or modifier in specific polymerization processes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and other laboratory procedures.
• Fuel and Lubricant Additives: Investigated for use as a component in high-performance fuel formulations or synthetic lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethoxy-2,3-dimethylbutane
CAS No.	6091-59-4
Molecular Formula	C8H18O2
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethoxy-2,3-dimethylbutane; Pinacol Dimethyl Ether; 2,3-Dimethyl-2,3-dimethoxybutane; Tetramethylethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether; Pinacolone Dimethyl Ether; DMDMB
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethoxy-2,3-dimethylbutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. 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. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.405 - 1.410
Density (20°C)	0.85 - 0.87 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 140 - 145 °C

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