Description

2-tert-Butoxypropionic Acid is a versatile organic acid ester valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a tert-butoxy ether group, makes it particularly useful for introducing solubility and stability modifications into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the tert-butoxy group acts as a protecting group or modifies pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to the molecular backbone of modern crop protection agents.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymers, enhancing properties like solubility, flexibility, or adhesion in coatings and resins.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis in fine chemical production.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in research and development laboratories.
• Surface Active Agent Intermediate: Can be used in the production of specialty surfactants and emulsifiers for niche industrial formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butoxypropionic Acid
CAS No.	87100-50-3
Molecular Formula	C7H14O3
Molecular Weight	146.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(tert-Butoxy)propanoic Acid; α-(tert-Butoxy)propionic Acid; 2-tert-Butoxypropanoic Acid; Propanoic acid, 2-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)propanoic Acid; 2-(tert-Butyloxy)propionic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butoxypropionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its acidic nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	~1.01 g/cm³

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