tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%

Name: tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001751

About tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%

Listed under CAS 1634-04-4, tert-Butyl methyl ether is an HPLC grade solvent available from Vaqora Chemicals (HPLC grade) at a purity of 99.5%. With the molecular formula C5H12O, it has a molar mass of 88.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane. Alternative names: MTBE and Methyl tert-butyl ether.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a boiling point of 55-56 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span HPLC mobile phase, LC-MS sample preparation, trace analysis and fuels and lubricants. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies tert-Butyl methyl ether in 1 L, 5 L and 150 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

HPLC mobile phase
LC-MS sample preparation
Trace analysis
Fuels & lubricants

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001751
CAS Number	1634-04-4
IUPAC name	2-methoxy-2-methylpropane
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₂O
Molecular weight	88.15 g/mol
Exact mass	88.0888
Grade	HPLC
Purity / assay	99.5%
HSN code	29093090
InChIKey	BZLVMXJERCGZMT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C)OC
PubChem CID	15413

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Boiling point	55-56 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	9.2 Å²
UN number	UN 2398
Synonyms	MTBE, Methyl tert-butyl ether, Methyl t-butyl ether, Propane, 2-methoxy-2-methyl-, 2-Methyl-2-methoxypropane, Methyl tertiary-butyl ether, Ether, tert-butyl methyl, Methyl 1,1-dimethylethyl ether, 1,1-dimethylethyl methyl ether, methyl tert-butyl ether (mtbe), 2-methoxy-2-methyl propane, Methyl-tert-butyl ether

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H225Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, 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 1634-04-4

Synthesis

Methyl tert-butyl ether, 99%

CAS: 1634-04-4
Formula: C₅H₁₂O
MW: 88.15 g/mol

VQ-001923

HPLC

Methyl tert-butyl ether, for HPLC, 99.7%

CAS: 1634-04-4
Formula: C₅H₁₂O
MW: 88.15 g/mol

VQ-001737

Synthesis

tert-Butyl methyl ether, 99%

CAS: 1634-04-4
Formula: C₅H₁₂O
MW: 88.15 g/mol

VQ-001934

GC

tert-Butyl methyl ether, for GC 99.9%

CAS: 1634-04-4
Formula: C₅H₁₂O
MW: 88.15 g/mol

VQ-045607

AR

tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 99.5%

CAS: 1634-04-4
Formula: C₅H₁₂O
MW: 88.15 g/mol

VQ-001827

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% is 1634-04-4. It is also known as MTBE, Methyl tert-butyl ether, Methyl t-butyl ether.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%?

tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% has the molecular formula C5H12O and a molecular weight of 88.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane.

Which grade and pack sizes of tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% can I order?

We supply tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% in HPLC (99.5%) grade, in 1 L, 5 L, 150 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%?

Yes. Every lot of tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% 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 tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5% is classified as hazardous (UN 2398), 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.