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2-Butanol, anhydrous, 99%, packaged under Argon in resealable ChemSeal bottles, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: 041871.K2
1 L, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2-Butanol, anhydrous, 99%, packaged under Argon in resealable ChemSeal bottles, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: 041871.K2
1 L, Each
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Catalog number: 041871.K2
also known as 041871-K2
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
78-92-2
IUPAC Name
butan-2-ol
Molecular Formula
C4H10O
InChI Key
BTANRVKWQNVYAZ-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILES
CCC(C)O
Appearance (Color)
Clear, colorless
Form
liquid
Assay (GC)
> 98.5%
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
< 100 ppm

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.

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Flammable liquids
    Category 3
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 2
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
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    Hazard Statements

    H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness

    Physical Hazards

    H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor

    Precautionary Statements

    P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/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

    P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking