Description

Magnesium (2-Methylpentyl)-Oxide is a specialized organomagnesium compound, also known as a Grignard reagent precursor. This chemical is valued for its role as a highly reactive intermediate in organic synthesis, enabling the formation of carbon-carbon bonds. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing advanced molecular structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: 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 Manufacturing: Essential for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for novel carbon-carbon bond formation reactions.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of novel polymeric and organometallic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium (2-Methylpentyl)-Oxide
CAS No.	96826-95-8
Molecular Formula	C12H26MgO
Molecular Weight	210.64 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpentylmagnesium Oxide; (2-Methylpentyl)magnesium Oxide; Magnesium bis(2-methylpentyl) Oxide; Magnesium 2-Methylpentoxide; Grignard Reagent Precursor (2-Methylpentyl); Isohexylmagnesium Oxide; Magnesium di(2-methylpentyl) Oxide; Organomagnesium Compound 96826-95-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Magnesium (2-Methylpentyl)-Oxide adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and reactivity profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its sensitivity to moisture and oxygen. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, oxidizing agents, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution (typically in specified solvent)
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 0.5 M to 2.0 M in specified solvent (custom concentrations available)
Purity (GC/HPLC)	Contact for details
Solvent	Typically Diethyl Ether, THF, or Toluene (specify required solvent)
Water Content (KF)	< 100 ppm

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