3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-epoxybutane
Chemical Name: 3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-epoxybutane
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O
CAS Number: 2245-30-9
A compact tertiary monoepoxide valued for its sterically hindered reactivity and volatility, making it suitable for laboratory-scale synthesis and mechanistic studies. Serves as a reactive intermediate for fine chemical development, coatings research, and polymer model systems.

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Chemical Identity
| Chemical Name | 3,3-Dimethyl-1,2-epoxybutane |
| Synonyms | tert-Butyl ethylene oxide, 3,3-Dimethylbutylene oxide |
| CAS Number | 2245-30-9 |
| EC Number | Not listed |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₁₂O |
| Molecular Weight | 100.16 g/mol |

VUP Specifications (Standard Grade)
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Purity | ≥ 98.0 % (analytical/lab-grade) |
Note: Specifications that are provided above are typical values and should not be considered as guaranteed analysis.
Key Features & Benefits
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Sterically Hindered Epoxide
Ideal for controlled reactivity and model reaction studies due to its tertiary structure.
High Volatility
Suitable for gas-phase or kinetic investigation setups requiring volatile reagents.
Compact Tertiary Structure
Enables investigation of substitution and ring-opening mechanisms under various conditions.
Fine-Chemistry Utility
Precursor for high-value intermediates in coatings and polymer chemistry research.
Lab-Scale Availability
Supplied in limited research quantities for analytical, kinetic, or synthetic use.
Produced under ISO 9001:2015
Ensuring analytical traceability and purity control for laboratory applications.
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