tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 99.5%

Name: tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001827

About tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 99.5%

Listed under CAS 1634-04-4, tert-Butyl methyl ether is an analytical reagent grade solvent available from Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade with a typical assay of 99.5%. The compound has the formula C5H12O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 88.15 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane. Alternative names: Methyl tert-butyl ether and MTBE.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.739 - 0.740. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for analytical reagent work, extraction and recrystallisation and titrimetric analysis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies tert-Butyl methyl ether in 500 mL, 5 L and 150 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical reagent work
Extraction & recrystallisation
Titrimetric analysis

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001827
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	AR
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
Density	0.739 - 0.740
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	9.2 Å²
UN number	UN 2398
Synonyms	Methyl tert-butyl ether, MTBE, 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

HPLC

tert-Butyl methyl ether, for HPLC 99.5%

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

VQ-001751

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 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, GR 99.5% can I order?

We supply tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 99.5% in AR (99.5%) grade, in 500 mL, 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, GR 99.5%?

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

Yes. tert-Butyl methyl ether, GR 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.