(+/-)-2-Butanol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

(±)-2-Butanol is widely used as a solvent for domestic cleaning agents and paint removers. It is also utilized in perfumes and artificial flavors. It plays an important role in the extraction of fish meal to produce fish protein concentrate. It is involved in the production of fruit essences. It plays an essential role in the esterification of acetic acid. It is useful for the derivatization of chlorinated hydroxyfuranones. It is also used as a precursor for methyl ethyl ketone.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
(^+)-2-Butanol is widely used as a solvent for domestic cleaning agents and paint removers. It is also utilized in perfumes and artificial flavors. It plays an important role in the extraction of fish meal to produce fish protein concentrate. It is involved in the production of fruit essences. It plays an essential role in the esterification of acetic acid. It is useful for the derivatization of chlorinated hydroxyfuranones. It is also used as a precursor for methyl ethyl ketone.

Solubility
Miscible with methanol and diethyl ether. Slightly miscible with water.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 78-92-2
• Molecular Formula: C4H10O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 74.12
• MDL Number: MFCD00004569
• InChI Key: BTANRVKWQNVYAZ-UHFFFAOYNA-N
• Synonym: 2-butanol, sec-butanol, sec-butyl alcohol, 2-hydroxybutane, 2-butyl alcohol, s-butyl alcohol, butylene hydrate, s-butanol, 1-methyl-1-propanol, 1-methylpropyl alcohol
• PubChem CID: 6568
• ChEBI: CHEBI:35687
• IUPAC Name: butan-2-ol
• SMILES: CCC(C)O

• Melting Point: -115°C
• Density: 0.808
• Boiling Point: 98°C to 101°C
• Quantity: 500 mL
• Flash Point: 26°C (79°F)
• Odor: Sweet
• Refractive Index: 1.397
• UN Number: UN1120
• Beilstein: 1718765
• Merck Index: 14,1541
• Solubility Information: Miscible with methanol and diethyl ether. Slightly miscible with water.
• Formula Weight: 74.12
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: (+/-)-2-Butanol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H226-H319-H335-H336
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H226-H319-H335-H336 Flammable liquid and vapour. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary Statement	P210-P233-P235-P240-P241-P242-P243-P261-P264b-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation	Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: BUTANOLS
EINECSNumber	201-158-5
RTECSNumber	EO1750000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only