Catalog Number: LC9873 | CAS No: 1634-04-4

Methyl-tert butyl ether HPLC

• MF : (CH3)3COCH3 | • MW : 88.15

• PubChem CID : 15413 | • UN Number : 2398

• EC Number : 216-653-1 | • MDL Number : MFCD00008812

• Beilstein : 1730942

• Synonym(s) : MTBE, Methyl‚ tert-butyl ether

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Methyl-tert Butyl Ether HPLC (CAS: 1634-04-4) is an organic ether with the linear formula (CH3)3COCH3 and a molecular weight of 88.15. It is also referred to as tert-butyl methyl ether (MTBE). The compound is clear and colorless, has a characteristic ethereal odor, and is insoluble in water. MTBE is widely known for its use as a gasoline additive and has been examined for oxidative degradation and reaction behavior under varying experimental conditions.

Applications

Methyl-tert-butyl ether can serve as a mobile phase for HPLC applications.
It is utilized in HPLC for the isolation and quantitative determination of carotenes and xanthophylls from Capsicum annum pericarp extracts.

Key Characteristics

HPLC Grade: Provides a suitable solvent option for chromatographic applications requiring HPLC-grade quality.
Mobile Phase: Can be utilized as an HPLC mobile phase.
Low UV-Absorbing Impurities: Helps limit background interference in UV-visible detection for qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Water Insoluble: Supports applications involving organic solvent-based analytical procedures due to its insolubility in water.

Overview

Methyl-tert-butyl ether HPLC is an organic solvent used in analytical chromatography, especially in HPLC mobile-phase applications. The compound is known by several names, including tert-butyl methyl ether, MTBE, methyl t-butyl ether, methyl tertiary-butyl ether, propane, 2-methoxy-2-methyl, methyl-tert-butyl ether, methyl-t-butyl ether, and 2-methyl-2-methoxypropane. It has a clear, colorless appearance, a characteristic ethereal odor, and is insoluble in water. In analytical applications, MTBE has been used to isolate and quantitatively determine specific organic compounds through HPLC. Its oxidative degradation has also been investigated through heat-assisted persulfate oxidation under different experimental conditions involving pH, temperature, oxidant concentration, and ionic strength.

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CAS No:

1634-04-4

Synonym(s)

MTBE, Methyl‚ tert-butyl ether

MF:

(CH3)3COCH3

MW:

88.15

EC Number:

216-653-1

MDL number:

MFCD00008812

PubChem CID:

15413

Beilstein:

1730942

UN Number

2398

Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Product Specification (PS) and Certificates of Analysis (COA) click Document Button

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Methyl-tert-Butyl Ether HPLC commonly used for?

Methyl-tert-butyl ether (MTBE) HPLC is an organic solvent intended for suitable chromatographic and analytical applications. It can support separation procedures, sample preparation, and solvent-based laboratory workflows.

2. How can MTBE be used in chromatographic methods?

MTBE may serve as a solvent or mobile-phase component in compatible chromatographic systems. Its relatively low polarity and solvent strength can influence the retention and elution of compounds during method optimization.

3. What is the chemical formula of methyl-tert-butyl ether?

MTBE has the molecular formula C5H12O and a molecular weight of approximately 88.15 g/mol. It is also known as tert-butyl methyl ether and 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane.

4. Why is MTBE considered an ether solvent?

Its molecular structure contains an oxygen atom connecting two carbon-containing groups, which is characteristic of ethers. This structure contributes to its solvent behavior and distinguishes it from alcohols and hydrocarbons.

5. Can MTBE be used for solvent extraction?

MTBE can be used in compatible liquid-liquid extraction procedures where its solvent properties and phase behavior suit the compounds being processed. The extraction method should be selected according to analyte solubility and the composition of the sample.

6. What is the benefit of selecting an HPLC-grade ether?

An appropriate HPLC grade helps control impurities that could interfere with analytical detection or separation. This is important when solvent background and repeatability affect the quality of the results.

7. Is MTBE suitable for every HPLC method?

No. Solvent selection depends on the stationary phase, mobile-phase composition, analyte solubility, detector compatibility, and method requirements. MTBE should be used only when it is compatible with the intended system.

8. What general physical characteristics does MTBE have?

MTBE is a colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic ether-like odor. It is only slightly soluble in water and is miscible with many organic solvents, although compatibility should be confirmed for the intended formulation.

9. Which safety and quality documents are relevant to MTBE HPLC?

Consult the product's SDS for hazard identification, handling, storage, and emergency guidance. The Product Specification and available COA can be used to assess the listed requirements and batch-specific information.

10. How do I purchase Methyl-tert-Butyl Ether HPLC from Chemical World?

Customers can purchase MTBE HPLC through Chemical World for suitable laboratory applications. The sales team can provide information about current stock status, pricing, packaging details, and bulk-order assistance.

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