2,3-Dimethyl-2-butene

2,3-Dimethyl-2-butene Chemical Name: 2,3-Dimethyl-2-butene Synonyms: Tetramethylethylene; TME CAS Number: 563-79-1 Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂ Molecular Weight: 84.16 g/mol Physical & Chemical Pr...

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Introduction

2,3-Dimethyl-2-butene

Chemical Name: 2,3-Dimethyl-2-butene
Synonyms: Tetramethylethylene; TME
CAS Number: 563-79-1
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂
Molecular Weight: 84.16 g/mol


Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Mild, gasoline-like
Melting Point -74°C (-101°F)
Boiling Point 73-74°C (163-165°F)
Density 0.708 g/cm³ (20°C)
Refractive Index 1.412 (20°C)
Flash Point -7°C (19°F) (Highly flammable)
Solubility Insoluble in water; miscible with organic solvents

Hazard & Safety Information (GHS)

Hazard Symbols:
🔥 Flammable Liquid (Category 1)
⚠️ Skin Irritant (Category 2)

Hazard Statements:
• H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
• H315: Causes skin irritation

Precautionary Measures:
• P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames
• P233: Keep container tightly closed
• P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin


Chemical Behavior

• Stability:

  • Stable under normal conditions
  • May form peroxides upon prolonged storage
    • Reactivity:
  • Reacts violently with strong oxidizers
  • Polymerizes in contact with acids

Applications

✔ Organic synthesis intermediate
✔ Fuel additive research
✔ Polymerization studies

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