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(+/-)-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.
(^+)-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
Specifications
| Melting Point | -115°C |
| Density | 0.808 |
| Boiling Point | 98°C to 101°C |
| Quantity | 100 mL |
| Flash Point | 26°C |
| Odor | Sweet |
| Refractive Index | 1.397 |
| UN Number | UN1120 |
| Beilstein | 1718765 |
| Merck Index | 14,1541 |
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Safety and Handling
- (+/-)-2-Butanol
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Flammable liquid Category 3
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2-Butanol
RUO – Research Use Only