sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology

Name: sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046308

About sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology

Vaqora Chemicals supplies sec-Butyl alcohol (Molecular Biology grade), a specialty grade solvent registered under CAS number 78-92-2. The compound has the formula C4H10O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 74.12 g/mol. Systematically, it is named butan-2-ol. It is also known as 2-Butanol or sec-Butanol.

The product is provided as a liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span nucleic acid extraction, molecular biology workflows, protein precipitation and solvent and extraction work. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

We offer sec-Butyl alcohol in 500 mL, 2.5 L, 25 L and 200 L packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Nucleic acid extraction
Molecular biology workflows
Protein precipitation
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology
Catalogue No.	VQ-046308
CAS Number	78-92-2
IUPAC name	butan-2-ol
Molecular formula	C₄H₁₀O
Molecular weight	74.12 g/mol
Exact mass	74.0732
Grade	Molecular Biology
HSN code	29051490
InChIKey	BTANRVKWQNVYAZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC(C)O
PubChem CID	6568

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
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

Other grades of CAS 78-92-2

sec-Butyl alcohol, 98%

CAS: 78-92-2
Formula: C₄H₁₀O
MW: 74.12 g/mol

VQ-002057

AR

sec-Butyl alcohol, GR 99%+

CAS: 78-92-2
Formula: C₄H₁₀O
MW: 74.12 g/mol

VQ-001824

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology?

The CAS Registry Number of sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology 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, for molecular biology?

sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology 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, for molecular biology can I order?

We supply sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology in Molecular Biology grade, in 500 mL, 2.5 L, 25 L, 200 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology?

Yes. Every lot of sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology 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, for molecular biology be shipped internationally?

Yes. sec-Butyl alcohol, for molecular biology is classified as hazardous, 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.