2,2-Diethoxypropane

Synonym(s):2,2-Diethoxypropane;Acetone diethyl acetal

CAS NO.：126-84-1
Empirical Formula: C7H16O2
Molecular Weight: 132.2
MDL number: MFCD00009224
EINECS: 204-808-6
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-01-13 11:24:58

What is 2,2-Diethoxypropane ?

The Uses of 2,2-Diethoxypropane

Ethereal-camphorlike odor. Probably not used in flavors.Occasionally used in perfumes to introduce diffusive topnotes in herbaceous-camphoraceous blends (Lavandin-Rosemary, etc.).

Preparation

To a flask equipped as in Preparation 2-11 and containing 1725 gm (37.5 moles) of ethanol, 18.4 gm (0.058 mole) of mercuric acetate, and 28 ml of 26% boron fluoride etherate (26%) at 30°C is added dropwise over a 15 min period at 45-50°C, 1250 gm (12.5 moles) of isopropenyl acetate. After the reaction 2200 gm of 25% sodium hydroxide is added, the organic layer separated, washed first with 400 ml of 0.01 Ν sodium hydroxide, dried, and distilled to afford 1140 gm (69%), b.p. 110-113 C (760 mm Hg).
Preparation of 2,2-Diethoxypropane

Production Methods

2,2-Diethoxypropane can be produced by synthesis via orthoformic ester, or via vinyl ether, or via formiminoethylether hydrochloride.

Safety Profile

Poison by intraperitoneal route.When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke.

Solubility in organics

Soluble in alcohol, miscible with CSS.oils and perfume chemicals.

Properties of 2,2-Diethoxypropane

Boiling point:	116-117 °C (lit.)
Density	0.82 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.389(lit.)
Flash point:	46 °F
storage temp.	2-8°C
form	clear liquid
color	Colorless to Almost colorless
CAS DataBase Reference	126-84-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Propane, 2,2-diethoxy-(126-84-1)
EPA Substance Registry System	Propane, 2,2-diethoxy- (126-84-1)

Safety information for 2,2-Diethoxypropane

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02
GHS Hazard Statements	H225:Flammable liquids
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.