Description

Propane, 1-Chloro-1-Methoxy-2,2-Dimethyl- is a specialized organic building block featuring a unique halogenated ether structure. This compound is valued for its high volatility and reactivity, making it a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing chloromethoxy functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions within research and fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Intermediate for Flavors & Fragrances: Employed in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and flavoring compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propane, 1-Chloro-1-Methoxy-2,2-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	61976-71-4
Molecular Formula	C6H13ClO
Molecular Weight	136.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-1-methoxy-2,2-dimethylpropane; 2,2-Dimethyl-1-chloro-1-methoxypropane; Chloromethyl tert-butyl ether; (Chloromethoxy)-tert-butane; tert-Butyl chloromethyl ether; 1-Chloro-2,2-dimethyl-1-methoxypropane; 1-Methoxy-1-chloro-2,2-dimethylpropane
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Quality Control

Our Propane, 1-Chloro-1-Methoxy-2,2-Dimethyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are properly sealed. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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