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What is Butan-2-ol? A colourless, flammable alcohol with a mild, sweet odour, commonly used in laboratory and industrial settings. This high-purity version (99.5% purity) is often used in applications requiring a high-quality solvent. It is a versatile compound, used in chemical synthesis and various industrial processes. Butan-2-ol is also known by alternate names such as sec-Butanol and 2-Butanol.
Consistent Quality: We offer only high-purity Butan-2-ol 99.5%, meeting the standards of ACS, ensuring reliable performance in both industrial and laboratory applications.
Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and packaged in secure, chemical-resistant containers to guarantee safe handling and transport.
Glass Winchester Bottle: Available in 500ml, 1L and 2.5L pack sizes. Our Glass Winchester bottles can store chemicals that may be sensitive to light due to filtering potentially harmful UV rays. Bottles are durable, versatile and perfect for storing products in the chemical, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
Solvent in Chemical Manufacturing
Widely used as a solvent in the production of coatings, paints, and adhesives. Its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances makes it valuable in various industrial formulations.
Intermediate in Organic Synthesis
Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of chemicals such as butyl acetate, butyl acrylate, and other esters. These compounds are used in industries such as paint, coating, and fragrance manufacturing.
Production of Synthetic Rubber
It is used in the production of synthetic rubbers and plasticisers, where its solvent properties aid in the processing and formulation of materials.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Used in the pharmaceutical industry as a solvent in the preparation of certain drug formulations and as a reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
Fuel Additive
Butan-2-ol is considered for use as a fuel additive, where it can enhance fuel performance by increasing energy density and reducing harmful emissions in internal combustion engines.
Packing Group: 3
Hazard Phrases: Flammable liquid and vapour. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prec Phrases: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
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