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2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane structure

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane 

structure
  • CAS No:

    594-82-1

  • Formula:

    C8H18

  • Chemical Name:

    2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane

  • Synonyms:

    Butane,2,2,3,3-tetramethyl-;2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane;Ethane,hexamethyl-;Hexamethylethane;Tetramethylbutane;NSC 62039

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane Basic Attributes

114.232

114.23

209-855-6

EB34RI15NY

62039

DTXSID9073204

Characteristics

0

3.07860

0.823 g/cm3 @ Temp: 23 °C

100.7 °C

106.4 °C

40 °F

1.401

20.85 mmHg

1.08e-12 cm3/molecule*sec

Safety Information

II

4.1

UN 1325 4.1/PG 2

3

10

S16-S27-S33-S36

F: Flammable;Xn: Harmful;N: Dangerous for the environment;

P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P271, P273, P280, P301+P310, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P312, P321, P331, P332+P313, P362, P370+P378, P391, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501

H225

|Danger|H228 (97.5%): Flammable solid [Danger Flammable solids]|P210, P240, P241, P261, P264, P271, P273, P280, P301+P310, P302+P352, P304+P340, P312, P321, P331, P332+P313, P362, P370+P378, P391, P403+P233, P405, and P501|Aggregated GHS information provided by 40 companies from 3 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.|H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]|P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P271, P273, P280, P301+P310, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P312, P321, P331, P332+P313, P362, P370+P378, P391, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501

2,2,3,3-Tetramethylbutane Use and Manufacturing

2,2,3, 3-tetramethylbutane, also known as neopentane, is a relatively little-used organic compound in commercial and industrial applications. Despite its relatively narrow range of applications, its unique chemical and physical properties make it of great value in specific fields. The structure of this compound determines some of its special uses in analytical chemistry, fuel technology and scientific research. In analytical chemistry,2, 2,3, 3-tetramethylbutane is used as a reference standard because of its precisely definable physical and chemical properties, such as well-defined boiling points and vapor pressures. These characteristics make it ideal for calibrating and verifying the performance of analytical instruments such as gas chromatography. In this way, scientists can be sure that their measurements are accurate, thus advancing the precision and reliability of chemical analysis techniques. In the fuel industry,2, 2,3, 3-tetramethylbutane has received attention due to its high octane number and excellent combustion properties. This makes it possible to use it as an additive or blending agent for high-performance internal combustion engine fuels to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. However, due to its potential flammability and environmental impact, its application in large-scale fuel formulations remains challenging and requires further research and regulatory approval. In addition, the low boiling point and high volatility of 2,2,3, 3-tetramethylbutane also make it a potential application in refrigerants and propellants. Its rapid evaporation and cooling properties may allow it to replace traditional refrigerants in some specific applications. However, due to its flammability and possible damage to the ozone layer, its application in these areas is usually subject to strict regulations. In research and laboratory Settings,2, 2,3, 3-tetramethylbutane is used as a model compound for understanding and studying more complex organic reaction mechanisms. At the same time, it can also be used as a reagent for specific organic synthesis reactions, or as a solvent in some analytical techniques to help scientists perform more precise experimental operations. Although the commercial application of 2,2,3, 3-tetramethylbutane is somewhat limited, its unique properties continue to attract researchers in the fields of chemistry, fuel technology and materials science to explore. However, in order to ensure personnel safety and environmental protection, its use, storage and handling must follow strict operating procedures and regulations.

Computed Properties

Molecular Weight:114.23
XLogP3:3.7
Rotatable Bond Count:1
Exact Mass:114.140850574
Monoisotopic Mass:114.140850574
Heavy Atom Count:8
Complexity:55
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:1
Compound Is Canonicalized:Yes

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