2,2-Dimethoxypropane (DMP) PurTech Standard for GC

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Linear Formula:  C5H12O2
Molecular Weight:  104.15 g/mol
CAS Number: 77-76-9

Properties

Assay Purity >=99%
Refractive index n20/D 1.378 (lit.)
B pt. 83 °C
Density 0.847 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225-H319
Precautionary Statement  P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P305+P351+P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29110090
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1993

Description

Application
Dehydrating Agent- Removes water from reaction mixtures especially in organic synthesis. Protection of Functional Groups- Used to protect diols (forms acetalsketals) during multi-step synthesis. Organic Synthesis- Helps drive equilibrium reactions forward by removing water. Sample Preparation- Used in analytical chemistry to dry samples.

Purpose
For R&D

General Description
2 2-Dimethoxypropane (DMP) is an organic compound commonly used in organic chemistry. Nature- Colorless volatile liquid with a mild fruity odor. Type- Acetal (specifically a ketal derived from acetone). Solubility- Miscible with most organic solvents. Reactivity- Hydrolyzes in the presence of water (especially with acid) to form acetone and methanol.