CAS 464-07-3

3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol

Description:

3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol is a branched-chain alcohol characterized by its molecular formula C₆H₁₄O. It features a hydroxyl (-OH) functional group attached to a carbon atom that is also connected to two methyl groups, making it a tertiary alcohol. This structure contributes to its unique physical and chemical properties. The compound is typically a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic hydrocarbon chains. Its boiling point is relatively high compared to straight-chain alcohols, reflecting the influence of steric hindrance from the methyl groups. 3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol can participate in various chemical reactions, including dehydration and oxidation, making it useful in organic synthesis. Additionally, it is employed in the production of fragrances and as a solvent in various industrial applications. Safety data indicates that it should be handled with care, as it can be flammable and may cause irritation upon contact with skin or eyes.

Formula: C₆H₁₄O

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H14O/c1-5(7)6(2,3)4/h5,7H,1-4H3

InChI key: InChIKey=DFOXKPDFWGNLJU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(C)O)(C)(C)C

Synonyms:

• (2R)-3,3-dimethylbutan-2-ol
• (2S)-3,3-dimethylbutan-2-ol
• 1,2,2-Trimethyl-1-propanol
• 1-Methyl-2,2-dimethylpropanol
• 1-tert-Butylethanol
• 2,2-Dimethyl-3-butanol
• 2-Butanol, 3,3-dimethyl-
• 3,3-Dimethyl-2-Butanol (2,2-3)
• 3,3-Dimethylbutan-2-Ol
• 3,3-Dymethyl-2butanol
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-3,3-Dimethylbutan-2-ol
• Dymethylbutanol
• NSC 939
• Pinacolyl alcohol
• tert-Butyl methyl carbinol

3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol, 98+%

Controlled Product

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3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol was used in conversion of ribose- and glucose-binding proteins into receptors for pinacolyl methyl phosphonic acid. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the

Formula: C₆H₁₄O

Purity: 98+%

Color and Shape: Colorless, Liquid

Molecular weight: 102.18

Ref: 02-043725

Pinacolone Alcohol

Controlled Product

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Formula: C₆H₁₄O

Molecular weight: 102.18

Ref: 4Z-P-653

3,3-dimethyl-2-butanol-d13

Controlled Product

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Formula: C₆HD₁₃O

Molecular weight: 102.18

Ref: 4Z-B-123010

3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol

Controlled Product

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Applications 3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol is used as a reagent in the synthesis of 2,4-dicarboxy-pyrroles as selective non-competitive mGluR1 antagonists. 3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol is also used in the preparation of dihydropyrrole derivatives containing N-sulfanyl, sulfinyl, and sulfonyl moieties which have insecticidal activity.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Ito, M., et al.: Bioorg. Med. Chem., 11, 489 (2003); Micheli, F., et al.: Bioorg. Med. Chem., 11, 171 (2003)

Formula: C₆H₁₄O

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 102.175

Ref: TR-D471480

3,3-Dimethyl-2-butanol-d13

Controlled Product

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Formula: C₆D₁₃HO

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 115.255

Ref: TR-D471484