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Oltchim I-Butanol

Iso-butanol is a colorless liquid, with a characteristic odor. Mixed with air, within 1.45 to 11.25% vol. limits, iso-butanol forms explosive mixtures.

Chemical Name: Isobutanol

CAS Number: 78-83-1

Synonyms: 1-Hydroxymethylpropane, 2-Methyl-1-Propanol, IBA, Isopropyl Carbitol, Isopropylcarbinol, i-Butanol, Iso-Butyl Alcohol

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
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Base Chemicals Functions
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CAS No.
78-83-1
EC No.
201-148-0

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Base Chemicals End Uses
Coating Type
Main Applications
  • In preparing flotation agents for ore;
  • Solvent for oven dried, urea and phenolic resin based varnishes;
  • Solvent in the industry of nitro-cellulose and alkyd resin based varnishes;
  • Solvent in synthetic leather manufacturing;
  • Extraction agent for oils, drugs, perfumes, hormones, antibiotics, vitamins;

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acidity (CH3COOH)max. 0.006%ASTM D 1613
Bioling Temperature106 - 108°C
Colormax. 10Hazen unitsSR ISO 2211
Density at 20 °C0.801g/cm3
Distillation range (95% vol.)106 - 109°CASTM D 1078
FlammabilityFlammable
Ignition temperature28°C
Iso-butanolmin. 99.5%ILL-003/1-01-68
Non-volatilemax. 0.0025%STAS 8834
Water (Karl Fisher)max. 0.1%ASTM E 203

Safety & Health

Safety Consideration

Iso-butanol is a toxic product.
Iso-butanol is incompatible with alkali metals, aluminum, strong oxidizers, acetaldehydes, isocyanates, chlorine.
Before handling and using of product, the personnel must be aware of the dangers implied.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

The product is packed in stainless steel tanks with a capacity of 20 or 40 tons, property of supplier or customer.

 

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

The product will be stored in cold, covered areas, away from fire or other sources of ignition.