Description

3-(Methoxymethoxy)-1-Butanol is a versatile chemical intermediate featuring both a protected hydroxyl group and an ether functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for applications requiring controlled reactivity and solubility. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients, functional polymers, and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the methoxymethoxy (MOM) protecting group is required for selective reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or a monomer component to modify the flexibility, adhesion, or solubility properties of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Solvent & Co-solvent: Employed in formulations requiring a polar, high-boiling solvent with good solvating power for resins and organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Electrolyte Additive: Potential application as an additive in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Methoxymethoxy)-1-Butanol
CAS No.	60405-27-8
Molecular Formula	C6H14O3
Molecular Weight	134.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butanol, 3-(methoxymethoxy)-; 3-(Methoxymethoxy)butan-1-ol; 3-MOM-1-butanol; 1-Hydroxy-3-(methoxymethoxy)butane; Butylene glycol monomethoxymethyl ether; 3-(Methyloxymethoxy)-1-butanol; MOM ether of 3-hydroxy-1-butanol
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Methoxymethoxy)-1-Butanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

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 (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 1.00 g/mL

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