Description

Pivalamide is a versatile organic compound and a derivative of pivalic acid, serving as a key building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials, where its unique steric and chemical properties are leveraged. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the pivaloyl (tert-butyl carbonyl) protecting group or moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural features contribute to product stability and efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research laboratories for amidation reactions, peptide coupling, and as a precursor to other pivalic acid derivatives.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings to impart specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reference compound in analytical chemistry and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pivalamide
CAS No.	754-10-9
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO
Molecular Weight	101.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethylpropanamide; Pivalic Acid Amide; Trimethylacetamide; tert-Butylcarboxamide; 2,2-Dimethylpropionamide; NSC 66400; Amide Pivalique
EINECS	212-043-9

Quality Control

Our Pivalamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and relevant physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 158 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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