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This section provides an overview for diisopropyl ether as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 14 diisopropyl ether manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked diisopropyl ether companies as of December, 2024: 1.KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC., 2.NATIONAL ANALYTICAL CORPORATION, 3.Akkshat Pure Chem.
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Diisopropyl ether (DIPE), also known as isopropyl ether, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C6H14O and the specific structure (CH3)2CH2O. It has a CAS number of 108-20-3. This clear, colorless liquid is characterized by its odor and has a molecular weight of 102.17, a melting point of -60°C, and a boiling point of 68°C. Its density is 0.725 g/mL, and it is extremely soluble in ethanol and diethyl ether but insoluble in water.
Due to its high flammability and low flash point of -6.7°C, diisopropyl ether is classified under strict safety regulations.
Diisopropyl ether is utilized as an extraction solvent in the processing of animal and vegetable oils, mineral oils, waxes, and resins. It also finds applications in pharmaceuticals, fragrance extraction, and the recovery of various acids from aqueous solutions. As a general solvent, it is involved in producing collodion solution, smokeless gunpowder, and rubber cement. Furthermore, it acts as a synthetic raw material in dye manufacturing and serves as an anti-knocking agent in gasoline when mixed with isooctane.
Diisopropyl ether is primarily synthesized from isopropyl alcohol through reactions with inorganic acids or via the Williamson ether synthesis. It can also be a byproduct in isopropanol production through propylene hydration.
Exposure to light and air can significantly affect diisopropyl ether, leading to the potential formation of explosive peroxides over time. Stabilizers like hydroquinone are often added to prevent peroxide formation. Due to these safety concerns, methyl tertiary butyl ether may be used as a safer alternative in some applications.
Diisopropyl ether is available as both R&D reagents and industrial chemicals, with packaging options ranging from small laboratory sizes to large containers suitable for industrial use. Hydroquinone may be added as a stabilizer in certain products to enhance safety during storage and handling.
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Sankyo Chemical Co. LTD., established in 1957 and headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, is a manufacturer of several intermediate materials, including paints, industrial cleaning agents, thinners, organic industrial chemicals, and adhesives. The products can be used in several areas, including silk screen printing, wiping off resin, washing agents for flux, metal processing, and mold forming. The company accepts contract manufacturing and provides several environmentally friendly products that comply with ISO 14001, the Industrial Safety and Health Law, and the PRTR (Pollutant Release and Transfer Register) Law.
Kanto Chemical Co. Inc., founded in 1944 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a reagent manufacturer with overseas affiliates in other countries, including China, France, USA, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its product portfolio includes analytical reagents, ionic liquids, Iodine compounds, ultra-pure chemicals, and water analysis kits. The company is also developing regenerative medicine and genetics reagents and has over 50,000 products. It has several certifications, including ISO 9001, acquired in 1994, making it the first Japanese company in the reagent industry. Other certifications are ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO/IEC 17025.
Junsei Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1948 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of chemical reagents and chemical products, including commissioned synthesis of chemical products. Some of the products it makes include Sodium chloride solution, concentrated glycerin, calcium chloride, ascorbic acid, and nitric acid. The chemical products have a wide range of applications and can be used in pathological examination, as food additives, for analysis, and in the pharmaceutical industry. All its plants, including its research institute, are ISO4001 and ISO9001 certified, while its Saitama and Ibaraki plants are equipped with buildings that comply with GMP.
Kishida Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1924 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of reagents and high-purity chemicals and also does drug discovery support activities. Its product portfolio includes fine chemicals, research chemicals, ionic liquid, organic micro-analytical reagents, and chemical reagents for analysis. The products support several industries, including reagent business, battery material, drug discovery, and life science. The company is ISO 14001 certified and supplies several companies worldwide, including Meterion Advanced Chemicals Inc., Acros Organics, ChemBridge Corporation, Decon Laboratories, and InerBioScreen Ltd.
ENEOS Corporation is a manufacturer of petrochemical products, established in 1888, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company offers diverse lubricants such as hydraulic lubricants, and heat transfer oils for automotive, industrial, and marine applications, while also supplying crucial petrochemicals like ethylene and propylene for plastics and pharmaceuticals. Its manufacturing extends to materials like carbon fiber composites, serving aerospace and electronics. It provides industrial energy solutions encompassing LNG, natural gas, and electricity, complemented by engineering and construction services.
Meru Chem Pvt. Ltd, incorporated in 1996, is a manufacturer, and exporter of industrial, powder, and solvent chemicals. The company is classified as a private limited company and is located in Mulund, Maharashtra. Their organic and inorganic chemicals are widely used locally and globally in pharma, food, sugar, textile, and other industries. The company also stocks, and supplies industrial-grade organic and inorganic chemicals for commercial and laboratory purposes. Their product line includes minerals, petrochemicals, pharmaceutical raw materials, and caustic soda flakes.
Ree Atharva Lifescience Pvt Ltd, founded in 2007, is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of solvents and chemicals based in Gujarat, India. The solvents and co-solvents products include petroleum solvents, fine solvents, industrial solvents, ink co-solvents, and reducer co-solvents whereas the chemical products are industrial chemicals, perfume chemicals, lamination chemicals, agrochemicals, and textile chemicals. The company deals with paint thinners, resin adhesives, paint removers, and ink reducers. The products used in pharmaceuticals, agro-industries, ink manufacturing, paint industries, and rubber industries.
Akkshat Pure Chem is an ISO 9001:2015-certified and WHO GMP approved manufacturer and exporter of specialty chemicals established in 2007 and located in Mulund West, Mumbai, India. The company offers acetonitrile solvent (ACTN) for pharmaceutical and laboratory applications, n-methyl-2 pyrrolidone (NMP) for petrochemical processing operations, and 2-methyl tetrahydrofuran for lithiation at low temperature ranges. It also offers diisopropyl ether, acetonitrile solvents, and triethylamine compounds. The company’s products are primarily used by clients in the agriculture, marine, and energy industries.
Merck, started in 1668 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a supplier of solutions and services for research, development, and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biotechnological drug therapies. The company serves the life science industry and has a broad portfolio of 300,000 products, including biopharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial microbiology, reagent, life science research, and water purification products. It is available in 66 countries, brings together six brands, and has several ISO certifications, including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO 50001.
Manas Petro Chem, founded in Mumbai, Maharashtra, in 2000 is a manufacturer and supplier of Chemical solvents for Pharmaceuticals & Other Industries. The company's product portfolio includes industrial chemicals such as Cyclohexane, Ethyl Aetate, Isopropyl Acetate, Methylene Dichloride and Pharmaceutical Chemicals. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, Environmental Testing and healthcare. They also offer custom packaging, warehousing, and global distribution services.
Nacalai Tesque Inc., founded in 1846 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of research chemicals, fine chemicals, diagnostics, and the related instruments. Some of its products include cytokines, nucleic acid electrophoresis, cell dissociation reagents, and sialic acid-related products, and it also offers custom and bulk service for bulk reagents and cell culture media. The company has more than 50 domestic distributors and several worldwide, including Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Europe, and Africa. It is ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 certified, while the Kyoto South brand and Tesque factory are ISO 14001 certified.
National Analytical Corporation (NAC) is located in Mumbai, India. NAC was founded in 2009 as a distributor of laboratory grade chemicals used in numerous industries. NAC’s chemical offerings include biochemical & reagents such s Prunetin and 1,2-dipalmitoly-rac-glycerol, analytical grade chemicals such as chicoric acid and Vitamin E solutions, laboratory chemicals such as formic acid and nitric acid, gas chromatography chemicals such as Aalborg mass flowmeter battery kits and DEX 225, reference standard chemicals such as Palladium in HNO3, oral solid dosage forms, such as cellulosic and protect film coating systems, parenteral dosage forms, beverage & nutrition, and coating chemicals.
Founded in Mumbai, India in 2006, Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2015 & GMP certified chemical manufacturing company and distributor. Otto Chemie serves customers in many industries including agriculture and food processing, pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, cement, as well as educational and R&D industries. Product offerings include antibiotics, amino acids, vitamins, detergents, ionic liquids, materials science compounds, labware, oil, metal & ceramic science compounds and tools, oils, reagents, solvents.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC. |
17.9%
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| 2 | NATIONAL ANALYTICAL CORPORATION |
12.8%
|
| 3 | Merck |
10.3%
|
| 4 | Akkshat Pure Chem |
7.7%
|
| 5 | Meru Chem Private Limited |
7.7%
|
| 6 | Junsei Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
7.7%
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| 7 | SANKYO CHEMICAL CO.,LTD. |
7.7%
|
| 8 | Manas Petro Chem |
5.1%
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| 9 | TRIANGULUM CHEMICALS PRIVATE LIMITED |
5.1%
|
| 10 | REE ATHARVA LIFESCIENCE PVT. LTD. |
5.1%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the diisopropyl ether page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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Japan
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6 | 54.5% |
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India
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5 | 45.5% |
