Description

Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylbut-3-Ynoate is a specialized organic ester featuring a terminal alkyne functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable highly volatile building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing acetylene-based side chains or constructing heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the alkyne moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in click chemistry (e.g., Huisgen cycloaddition), Sonogashira couplings, and other metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds, leveraging its volatile nature.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylbut-3-Ynoate
CAS No.	74460-84-7
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2
Molecular Weight	140.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,2-Dimethyl-3-butynoate; 2,2-Dimethylbut-3-ynoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Butynoic Acid, 2,2-Dimethyl-, Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Dimethylbutynoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylbut-3-Ynoate is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat and ignition sources.

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.