Description

2-Acetoxy-2-Methyl-1-Propanol is a versatile organic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both an ester and a hydroxyl group, makes it a key building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new formulations and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its reactive sites for esterification and etherification reactions.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a co-monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty acrylic resins, coatings, and adhesives to modify flexibility and curing properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Functions as a polar aprotic solvent for specific organic transformations and as a carrier in specialty chemical formulations.
• Chemical Intermediate for Esters: A key starting material for the production of other higher-value esters used in flavors, fragrances, and plasticizers.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for method development and exploratory synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetoxy-2-Methyl-1-Propanol
CAS No.	947252-23-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-(acetyloxy)-1-propanol; 2-(Acetyloxy)-2-methyl-1-propanol; 1-Propanol, 2-(acetyloxy)-2-methyl-; 2-Hydroxymethyl-2-propyl acetate; Acetoxy Dimethyl Carbinol; 2-Methylol-2-propyl acetate; tert-Butyl Glycol Acetate; 2-Acetoxy-2-methylpropan-1-ol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Acetoxy-2-Methyl-1-Propanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
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.