Description

1-(2-Hydroxy-1,1-Dimethylethyl)Butyl Butyrate is a specialty ester compound with a unique branched structure. This chemical is valued for its properties as a high-performance solvent and intermediate, offering a balance of solvency power and controlled volatility. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, polymer, and specialty chemical synthesis industries for formulating advanced products and creating novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a solvent or a minor component in the creation of complex aromatic profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Polymer Additive and Plasticizer: Acts as a processing aid or a co-plasticizer to modify the flexibility and workability of various polymer resins.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the tert-butyl hydroxyethyl moiety into target molecules for pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in high-value coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations where specific solvency and evaporation rates are required.
• Lubricant and Functional Fluid Component: Incorporated into synthetic lubricants and industrial fluids for its thermal stability and lubricity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Hydroxy-1,1-Dimethylethyl)Butyl Butyrate
CAS No.	85508-23-2
Molecular Formula	C11H22O3
Molecular Weight	202.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Butoxy-1-oxobutoxy)-2-methylpropan-1-ol; 1-Butyl 4-(2-hydroxy-2-methylpropyl) butanedioate; 3-Hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropyl butyl butyrate; Butyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropyl butanedioate; 1-Butyl 4-(3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropyl) succinate; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-hydroxypropyl butyl butyrate
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Hydroxy-1,1-Dimethylethyl)Butyl Butyrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.980
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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