2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-hexanediol (CAS No: 110-03-2) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Vitamin E. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: Dimethylhexanediol, 2,5-dihydroxy-2,5-dimethylhexane
CAS No: 110-03-2
PubChem CID: 8031
Mol Formula: C8H18O2
Mol Weight: 146.23 g/mol
Used in API: Vitamin E
IUPAC Name: 2,5-dimethylhexane-2,5-diol
API Intermediate Description: 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-hexanediol is a branched aliphatic diol containing two hydroxyl (-OH) groups on a six-carbon chain, with methyl substituents at positions 2 and 5. It appears as a colorless, viscous liquid or low-melting solid, slightly soluble in water and readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether.