107-48-2

Basic information

• Product Name: 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane
• Synonyms: 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane;2-(2,2-Dimethylpropyl)-2-methyloxirane;2-Methyl-2-(2,2-dimethylpropyl)oxirane;2-Methyl-2-neopentyloxirane
• CAS NO: 107-48-2
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₆O
• Molecular Weight: 128.21204
• EINECS: 203-494-8
• Mol File: 107-48-2.mol
• Article Data: 12

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: -64°C
• Boiling Point: 197.67°C (rough estimate)
• Flash Point: 28°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.8272
• Vapor Pressure: 7.5mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.4097
• CAS DataBase Reference: 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane(107-48-2)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane(107-48-2)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 107-48-2(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane, also known as 3,3,5-trimethyl-1,2-oxepane, is a colorless liquid chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H16O. It has a pungent odor and is highly flammable. 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane is recognized for its use as a reactive diluent in the production of epoxy resins, as well as a solvent and additive in various industrial applications.

Uses

Used in Epoxy Resin Production:
1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane is used as a reactive diluent for enhancing the processability and curing properties of epoxy resins. It helps in reducing the viscosity of the resin, allowing for easier application and improved performance in end-use products.
Used in Adhesives Industry:
In the adhesives industry, 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane is used as a solvent and additive to improve the bonding strength and flexibility of adhesive formulations. Its reactive nature contributes to the curing process, resulting in stronger and more durable bonds.
Used in Coatings Industry:
1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane is utilized as a component in coatings to provide specific properties such as adhesion, flexibility, and chemical resistance. Its ability to reduce the viscosity of coating formulations facilitates easier application and improved coverage.
Used in Sealants Industry:
As a component in sealant formulations, 1,2-epoxy-2,4,4-trimethylpentane serves to enhance the sealing performance by improving the flow and curing characteristics of the sealants. This leads to better adhesion and durability in sealing applications.

InChI:InChI=1/C8H16O/c1-7(2,3)5-8(4)6-9-8/h5-6H2,1-4H3

Upstream product

• 107-39-1 2,4,4-trimethyl-1-pentene 
• 93-59-4 Perbenzoic acid 
• 67-66-3 chloroform 
• 107-32-4 Peroxyformic acid 
• 79-21-0 peracetic acid 
• 108-24-7 acetic anhydride 
• 632-21-3 1,1,3,3-tetrachloropropanone 

Downstream Products

• 17414-46-9 2,4,4-trimethylpentanal 
• 690-37-9 2,4,4-trimethyl-2-pentanol 
• 16325-63-6 2,4,4-trimethylpentan-1-ol 
• 14090-28-9 1-chloro-2,4,4-trimethyl-pentan-2-ol 
• 31331-25-6 acetic acid-(2-neopentyl-allyl ester) 

Relevant articles and documents

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With the supported "clayniac" catalyst, in the presence of i- butyraldehyde as a sacrificial reducer, olefins are epoxidized in good yields by compressed air at room temperature, in a convenient procedure.

Green oxidation of alkenes in ionic liquid solvent by hydrogen peroxide over high performance Fe(III) Schiff base complexes immobilized on MCM-41

A series of Fe(III) Schiff base complexes immobilized on MCM-41 were prepared and characterized by various physicochemical and spectroscopic methods. The complexes were used for oxidation of cyclohexene by 30% hydrogen peroxide in the presence and absence of ethylmethyl imidazolium chloride (EMIM) ionic liquid as solvent. The immobilized complexes proved to be effective catalysts and generally exhibited much higher catalytic performance than their homogeneous analogue. Catalytic performance of the complexes was also found to be closely related to the Schiff base ligands used. Additionally, ion liquid solvent efficiently improved all the catalytic performances. Finally, the reaction was extended to different alkenes using the heterogeneous complex 2-L4. Among all the alkenes, those containing π-electron-withdrawing groups and trans-orientations exhibited lower tendency for oxidation.

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AN EPOXY COMPOUND AND METHOD FOR EPOXIDIZING A CARBON-CARBON DOUBLE BOND

The present invention provides a method for producing an epoxy compound, comprising oxidizing a carbon-carbon double bond of an organic compound by hydrogen peroxide in the presence of a neutral inorganic salt and a mixed catalyst of a tungsten compound (a), at least one phosphorus compound selected from the group consisting of phosphoric acids, phosphonic acids, and salts thereof (b) and a surfactant (c), and an epoxidizing method comprising oxidizing a carbon-carbon double bond by hydrogen peroxide in the presence of the catalyst and the neutral inorganic salt.

Catalytic process for the preparation of epoxides from alkenes

An improved catalytic process for the preparation of epoxides from alkenes using a combination of transition metal salt, an inorganic promoter and an organic additive in absence of solvent or in the presence of a solvent with commercially available hydrogen per oxide has been disclosed. Thus, styrene oxide was prepared at a kilogram scale in 86% isolated yield with purity >95%.