Description

Glyoxal Bis(Dibutyl Acetal) is a versatile acetal derivative of glyoxal, primarily valued as a protected form of the highly reactive glyoxal dialdehyde. This compound is crucial for synthetic organic chemistry, where it serves as a stable, masked equivalent of glyoxal, enabling controlled reactions in sensitive processes. It is an essential intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require precise control over aldehyde functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of complex heterocycles and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where free glyoxal would cause side reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via acetal chemistry.
• Chemical Stabilization: Used to stabilize sensitive formulations by temporarily masking reactive aldehyde groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glyoxal Bis(Dibutyl Acetal)
CAS No.	6284-81-7
Molecular Formula	C14H28O4
Molecular Weight	260.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,2,2-Tetrabutoxyethane; Glyoxal Tetrabutyl Acetal; Dibutyl Acetal of Glyoxal; Tetrabutoxyethane; Ethane, 1,1,2,2-tetrabutoxy-; Glyoxal Dibutyl Acetal (common misnomer); Butyl Glyoxal Acetal; Glyoxal Tetrabutyl Acetal (6284-81-7)
EINECS	228-506-4

Quality Control

Our Glyoxal Bis(Dibutyl Acetal) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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 (n20D)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.89 - 0.92 g/mL

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