2-Methyl-2-butanol
CAS Number75-85-4
FormulaCH3CH2C(CH3)2OH
Mol. Weight88.15 g/mol
2-Methyl-2-butanol
What is 2-Methyl-2-butanol?
2-Methyl-2-butanol is a chemical compound with CAS number 75-85-4 and molecular formula CH3CH2C(CH3)2OH. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
tert-Amyl alcohol is useful as organic solvent1,2 chemical intermediates for gasoline fuel additives3, food flavor4, pharmaceutical5,6 peroxy esters, ink composition, and stabilizer in rubber productions.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3CH2C(CH3)2OH
Molecular Weight
88.15 g/mol
Grade
anhydrous
Assay/Purity
≥99%
Impurities
≤0.003% water (Karl Fischer, all unit sizes greater than 100 mL)
≤0.005% water(100 mL pkg)
Boiling Point
102 °C(lit.)
Density
0.805 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS02
GHS07Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H225-H315-H332-H335
Precautionary Statements
P210-P261
Melting Point
−12 °C(lit.)
EC Number
200-908-9
WGK Germany
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