Description
2-(Tert-butoxy)acetic acid (CAS No. 13211-32-0) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C6H12O3. This versatile chemical features a tert-butoxy group attached to an acetic acid moiety, making it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. With a molecular weight of 132.16 g/mol, it is widely used in the preparation of esters, amides, and other derivatives for fine chemical applications. Our product is rigorously tested for purity and consistency, ensuring optimal performance in laboratory and industrial settings. Available in various packaging options to suit your needs, this compound is ideal for researchers and scientists requiring reliable and high-quality reagents.
Properties
- CAS Number: 13211-32-0
- Complexity: 101
- IUPAC Name: 2-tert-butoxyacetic acid
- InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O3/c1-6(2,3)9-4-5(7)8/h4H2,1-3H3,(H,7,8)
- InChI Key: HQLILHPGWSURBT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 132.078644241
- Molecular Formula: C6H12O3
- Molecular Weight: 132.16
- SMILES: CC(C)(C)OCC(=O)O
- Topological: 46.5
- Monoisotopic Mass: 132.078644241
- Synonyms: 2-(tert-butoxy)acetic acid, 674-324-1, 13211-32-0, tert-Butoxy acetic acid, tert-butoxyacetic acid, 2-tert-butoxyacetic acid, Acetic acid, 2-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-, 2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxy]acetic Acid, MFCD03452738, (1,1-Dimethylethoxy)acetic acid, (tert-Butoxy)acetic acid, Acetic acid, (1,1-dimethylethoxy)-, (tert-Butoxy)ethanoic acid, o-tert-butyl-glycollic acid, t-butoxyacetic acid, Acetic acid,2-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-, tert-Butoxy-acetic acid, 2-(tert-butoxy)aceticacid, SCHEMBL431399, SCHEMBL3315678, SCHEMBL11131624, DTXSID20375469, HQLILHPGWSURBT-UHFFFAOYSA-N, tert-Butoxyacetic acid, AldrichCPR, 2-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)acetic acid, SBB085809, AKOS009157457, CCG-352166, CS-W013413, PS-3095, SY040142, D70768, EN300-104666, F1905-7077, Z362795372
2-(Tert-butoxy)acetic acid is commonly employed as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of esters and amides. It serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical research for the development of novel drug candidates. Additionally, this compound is utilized in the production of specialty chemicals and agrochemicals, where its unique structure enhances reactivity and selectivity.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H302 (20%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Acute Tox. 4 (20%)
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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