3-Methyl-1-butanol PurTech Standard for GC [Includes all characterization data]

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Linear Formula:  C5H12O
Molecular Weight:  88.15 g/mol
CAS Number: 123-51-3

Properties

Vapour pressure 2 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility Soluble
Autoignition temp. 644 °F
Explosion limit 1.2-9 %, 100 °F
Assay Purity >=99.5%
Refractive index n20/D 1.406 (lit.)
B pt. 130 °C (lit.)
M pt. -117 °C (lit.)
Density 0.810 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H226,H315,H318,H332,H335
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29051990
Flash point 43.5 °C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1105

Description

Application
Used in the production of flavors and fragrances. Used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and plasticizers. Used as a solvent in coatings and chemical processes. Used in photographic chemicals and laboratory reagents. Used as an intermediate for producing esters such as isoamyl acetate.

Purpose
Serves as a solvent and chemical intermediate. Supports the manufacture of flavoring agents. Fragrances. Esters. Pharmaceuticals. And specialty chemicals.

General Description
3-Methyl-1-butanol is a colorless. Flammable liquid alcohol with a characteristic strong odor. It is naturally present in fermented products and is a major component of fusel oil.