Description

4,4'-Oxydibutyl Diacetate is a high-purity chemical intermediate characterized by its bifunctional ester structure. This compound matters for its versatility as a building block in advanced synthesis, offering reliable performance in demanding chemical processes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring controlled reactivity and specific molecular architecture.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Utilized as a plasticizer precursor or monomer in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Acts as a solvent or co-solvent in formulations requiring compatibility with strong bases and organic materials.
• Serves as a chemical building block for creating ligands, catalysts, and other functional organic compounds.
• Employed in agrochemical research for the development of novel herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Used in material science applications for surface modification or as a cross-linking agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Oxydibutyl Diacetate
CAS No.	928-88-1
Molecular Formula	C12H22O5
Molecular Weight	246.30 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Bis(4-acetoxybutoxy)butane; Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether Diacetate; Bis(4-acetoxybutyl) Ether; 4,4'-Oxybis(butyl acetate); Butane, 1,1'-[oxybis(4,1-butanediyloxy)]bis-, diacetate; Acetic Acid, 4,4'-Oxybis(butyl Ester); Oxybis(butane-4,1-diyl) diacetate
EINECS	213-184-1

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Oxydibutyl Diacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (20°C)	1.02 - 1.06 g/mL

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