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2-Butyne-1,4-diol, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14539.0B
1000 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

2-Butyne-1,4-diol, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14539.0B
1000 g, Each
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Catalog number: A14539.0B
also known as A14539-0B
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
110-65-6
IUPAC Name
but-2-yne-1,4-diol
Molecular Formula
C4H6O2
InChI Key
DLDJFQGPPSQZKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
OCC#CCO
Appearance (Color)
White to cream to yellow to pale brown
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms (UK-sourced material)
Assay from Supplier's CofA
≥98.0% (US-sourced material)
Form
Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or flakes
Assay (Silylated GC)
≥98.0% (UK-sourced material)

Description

2-Butyne-1,4-diol is used as a precursor to prepare 1,4-butanediol, 2-butene-1,4-diol and mucochloric acid. It is also used in textile additives, corrosion inhibitors, plasticizers, synthetic resins and polyurethanes. It is an important raw material of vitamin B6. Further, it is used for brightening, preserving and inhibiting nickel plating. In addition, it is used in biological studies for nematocidal activity.

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-Butyne-1,4-diol is used as a precursor to prepare 1,4-butanediol, 2-butene-1,4-diol and mucochloric acid. It is also used in textile additives, corrosion inhibitors, plasticizers, synthetic resins and polyurethanes. It is an important raw material of vitamin B6. Further, it is used for brightening, preserving and inhibiting nickel plating. In addition, it is used in biological studies for nematocidal activity.

Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone, methanol. Slightly soluble in ethyl ether and chloroform. Insoluble in benzene.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong acids and strong bases.
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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 3
    Acute dermal toxicity
    Category 3
    Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists
    Category 3
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 1
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 1
    Skin Sensitization
    Category 1
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
    Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure)
    Category 2
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    Hazard Statements

    H301 + H311 + H331 - Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

    H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

    H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    H373 - May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower

    P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

    P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician