Description

[2,2-Bis[(3-Methyl-2-Butenyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Benzene is a specialized organic compound featuring a central benzene ring substituted with a diether chain containing prenyl (3-methyl-2-butenyl) groups. This unique molecular architecture imparts properties valuable for advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. It serves as a critical intermediate or functional component for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors seeking to introduce specific lipophilic and reactive functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly where the introduction of lipophilic, branched ether chains is required for bioavailability modulation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, contributing to the active ingredient's stability and efficacy.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties such as flexibility, solubility, or thermal stability.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Used in organometallic chemistry for the development of novel catalysts and ligands in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the creation of specific aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile scaffold for further functionalization in research and development of novel organic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[2,2-Bis[(3-Methyl-2-Butenyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Benzene
CAS No.	97752-21-1
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-[1,2-Ethanediylbis(oxy)]bis[3-methyl-2-butene]; Benzene, [2,2-bis[(3-methyl-2-butenyl)oxy]ethyl]-; 2,2-Bis(prenyloxy)ethylbenzene; Ethylbenzene, 2,2-bis(3-methyl-2-butenyloxy)-; α,α-Bis(3-methyl-2-butenyloxy)toluene; 1,2-Bis(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yloxy)ethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Every batch of [2,2-Bis[(3-Methyl-2-Butenyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Benzene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for sensitive chemical syntheses.

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). Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.