Description

Pinacol is a valuable organic compound, specifically a diol, widely recognized in synthetic chemistry for its role as a versatile building block and protecting group. Its primary commercial significance lies in its ability to undergo the pinacol rearrangement, a classic reaction pivotal for synthesizing complex carbonyl compounds and fine chemicals. This makes it an essential intermediate for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients, fragrances, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a crucial building block for fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in the classic pinacol rearrangement reaction to form ketones and aldehydes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as a ligand or reagent in metal-catalyzed coupling processes.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: Functions to protect carbonyl groups during multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pinacol
CAS No.	76-09-5
Molecular Formula	C6H14O2
Molecular Weight	118.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-2,3-butanediol; Tetramethylethylene Glycol; Pinacone; Pinacol Hydrate; TMEG; 2,3-Dimethylbutane-2,3-diol; α,α,α',α'-Tetramethylglycol
EINECS	200-933-5

Quality Control

Our Pinacol is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we can support compliance with various international regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	38 - 42 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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