Description

4,4-Dimethyl-2-Pentanol is a branched-chain aliphatic alcohol with a tertiary hydroxyl group. This specific molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and solvent in advanced organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors. Its properties are leveraged for creating complex molecules where steric hindrance and specific reactivity are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where a bulky alkyl group is needed to modulate biological activity or solubility.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators as a precursor for esters and other functional derivatives.
• Specialty Solvent: Acts as a high-boiling point solvent for resins, polymers, and coatings where slower evaporation rates are beneficial.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Employed as a starting material or intermediate in the creation of specific musk or woody odorants due to its alkyl backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Grignard reactions, esterifications, and as a protecting group agent in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a chain transfer agent or modifier in the production of specialized polymers to alter physical properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research in exploring new chemical reactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Dimethyl-2-Pentanol
CAS No.	6144-93-0
Molecular Formula	C7H16O
Molecular Weight	116.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentanol, 4,4-dimethyl-; 4,4-Dimethylpentan-2-ol; tert-Butylisopropylcarbinol; Di-tert-butylcarbinol (incorrect but common); 1,1-Dimethyl-3-hydroxybutane; 2-Hydroxy-4,4-dimethylpentane; NSC 8656
EINECS	228-124-8

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Dimethyl-2-Pentanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, water content, and specific impurity profiles are available for every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

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. 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 to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.810 - 0.820 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.