Description

Pivaloin (CAS NO 815-66-7) is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of diketones, serving as a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as manufacturing facilities in the life sciences and specialty chemical sectors, requiring reliable and consistent quality for complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel compounds.
• Material Science: Utilized in the development of polymers and specialty materials with specific functional properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate or ligand precursor in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Pivaloin
CAS No.	815-66-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedione; Diisobutyryl methane; TMHD; HTH; 3,5-Heptanedione, 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-; Pivaloylacetone; Pivaloylacetone, Di-t-butyl diketone
EINECS	212-418-6

Quality Control

Our Pivaloin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.