Isobutanol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Isobutanol is a reagent used in organic reactions. It is employed in the synthesis of new fluorinating reagents. It is also used in the lipase-catalyzed production of biodiesel as an energy source. It acts as a catalyst for the liquid-phase esterification of acetic acid by ion-exchange resins. Dehydration of fermented isobutanol is useful in the production of renewable chemicals and fuels.

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Applications
Isobutanol is a reagent used in organic reactions. It is employed in the synthesis of new fluorinating reagents. It is also used in the lipase-catalyzed production of biodiesel as an energy source. It acts as a catalyst for the liquid-phase esterification of acetic acid by ion-exchange resins. Dehydration of fermented isobutanol is useful in the production of renewable chemicals and fuels.

Solubility
Miscible with alcohol and diethyl ether. Partially miscible with water.

Notes
Avoid all sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 78-83-1
• Molecular Formula: C4H10O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 74.123
• MDL Number: MFCD00004740
• InChI Key: ZXEKIIBDNHEJCQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: 2-methyl-1-propanol, isobutanol, isobutyl alcohol, 1-propanol, 2-methyl, 1-hydroxymethylpropane, isopropylcarbinol, iso-butyl alcohol, 2-methylpropyl alcohol, isobutylalkohol, i-butyl alcohol
• PubChem CID: 6560
• ChEBI: CHEBI:46645
• IUPAC Name: 2-methylpropan-1-ol
• SMILES: CC(C)CO

• pH: 7
• Melting Point: -108°C
• Density: 0.802
• Boiling Point: 107°C to 108°C
• Quantity: 500 mL
• Flash Point: 28°C (82°F)
• Odor: Sweet
• Refractive Index: 1.396
• Linear Formula: (CH₃)₂CHCH₂OH
• UN Number: UN1212
• Beilstein: 1730878
• Merck Index: 14,5131
• Solubility Information: Miscible with alcohol and diethyl ether. Partially miscible with water.
• Formula Weight: 74.12
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: Isobutanol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H226-H315-H318-H335-H336
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H318-H226-H335-H336-H315 Causes serious eye damage. Flammable liquid and vapour. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes skin irritation.
Precautionary Statement	P210-P233-P235-P240-P241-P242-P243-P260-P264b-P271-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P312-P314-P332+P313-P363-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation	Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: ISOBUTANOL
EINECSNumber	201-148-0
RTECSNumber	NP9625000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only