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| CAS No.: | 105-75-9 |
| Formula: | C12h20o4 |
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Dibutyl Fumarate (CAS 105-75-9)
1. Chemical Identity
IUPAC Name: Dibutyl (E)-but-2-enedioate
Synonyms: Butyl fumarate; Fumaric acid dibutyl ester; Di-n-butyl fumarate
CAS Registry Number: 105-75-9
Molecular Formula: C12H20O4
Molecular Weight: 228.28 g/mol
2. Chemical Properties
Reactivity:
Undergoes hydrolysis under acidic or alkaline conditions to form fumaric acid and butanol.
May participate in ester exchange (transesterification) reactions.
The conjugated double bond in the fumarate moiety can react in Diels-Alder or addition reactions.
Stability: Stable under normal storage conditions but may decompose at high temperatures.
Applications
Plasticizer: Widely used as a monomer or co-monomer in polymers (e.g., PVC, resins) to enhance flexibility and processability.
Adhesives & Coatings: Acts as a reactive diluent or crosslinking agent in industrial formulations.
Food Contact Materials: Approved for use in food packaging adhesives (subject to regional regulations).
Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in synthesizing specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or agrochemicals.
Cosmetics: Occasionally used in personal care products as an emollient or solvent.
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