sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%

Name: sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002057

About sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%

sec-Butyl alcohol is an industrial solvent carrying the CAS registry number 78-92-2 with a typical assay of ≥98%. With the molecular formula C4H10O, it has a molar mass of 74.12 g/mol. The IUPAC name is butan-2-ol. Common synonyms include 2-Butanol and sec-Butanol.

The material typically appears as a clear colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.808 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span industrial reaction medium, paints and coatings thinning, cleaning and degreasing and paints, coatings and inks. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research, pharmaceutical manufacturing and paints and coatings.

Available in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L and 165 kg packs, sec-Butyl alcohol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Industrial reaction medium
Paints & coatings thinning
Cleaning & degreasing
Paints, coatings & inks

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002057
CAS Number	78-92-2
IUPAC name	butan-2-ol
Molecular formula	C₄H₁₀O
Molecular weight	74.12 g/mol
Exact mass	74.0732
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29051490
InChIKey	BTANRVKWQNVYAZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC(C)O
PubChem CID	6568

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Density	0.808 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 1120
Synonyms	2-Butanol, sec-Butanol, 2-Butyl alcohol, Butylene hydrate, 1-Methyl-1-propanol, Methyl ethyl carbinol, 1-Methylpropyl alcohol, Ethyl methyl carbinol, Butanol secondaire, Butanol-2, 1-Methyl propanol, Methylethylcarbinol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P337 + P317, P370 + P378, P403 + P233, P403 + P235, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% is 78-92-2. It is also known as 2-Butanol, sec-Butanol, 2-Butyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%?

sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% has the molecular formula C4H10O and a molecular weight of 74.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is butan-2-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% can I order?

We supply sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% in (≥98%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L, 165 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. sec-Butyl alcohol, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1120), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.