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KH Neochem Americas 2-Butyl-2-Ethyl-1,3-Propanediol (BEPG)

KH Neochem Americas,Inc. 2-BUTYL-2-ETHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIOL (BEPG) is used as raw material for alkyd, polyester resin etc.

Chemical Name: 2-Butyl-2-Ethylpropanediol

CAS Number: 115-84-4

Chemical Family: Alcohols, Diols, Polyols

Synonyms: 1,3-Propanediol, 2-butyl-2-ethyl-, 2-Butyl 1-2-ethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-Butyl-2-ethyl-1,3-propandiol, 2-Butyl-2-ethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-Butyl-2-ethylpropanediol, 2-Ethyl-2-butyl-1,3-propanediol, 3,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)heptane, NSC 406603

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Molecular formula
C₉H₂₀O₂
CAS No.
115-84-4
EC No.
204-111-7
Chemical Structure

KH Neochem Americas 2-Butyl-2-Ethyl-1,3-Propanediol (BEPG) - Chemical Structure

Applications & Uses

Markets
Use

Polyurethane resins, Polyester resins, Alkyd Resins, Powder coating resins

Properties

Appearance
Slightly Yellow Solid
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point (101.3kPa)260.0°C-
Boiling Point (0.13kPa)103 - 106°C-
Specific Gravity (50/20°C)0.924--
Viscosity (100°C)8.5mPa.s-
Flash Point (Open Cup)139.0°C-
lgnition Point310.0°C-
Solubility (In Water 18°C)1.1g/100g-
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight160.3--
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color of Molten Materialmax. 20APHAJIS K 4128
Puritymin. 99Wt%JIS K 0114
Water Contentmax. 0.5Wt%JIS K 0068
Free Acid (As Formic Acid)max. 0.04%JIS K 0070
Melting Pointmin. 40°CJIS K 0064
Hydroxyl Contentsmin. 20.5%JIS K 0070

Safety & Health

Health Hazards
Acute toxicty LD50(oral) rat 5040mg/Kg
  LD50(dermal) rabbit 3810mg/Kg
Emergency and First Aid Procedure

Skin Contact:

  • Remove contaminated clothing.
  • Wash the affected area with plenty of clean water and soap.
  • If irritation develops, see a physician.

Eye Contact:

  • Flash eyes with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes whie holding eyelids open.
  • If irritation develops, see a physician.

Inhalation:

  • If a large amount is inhaled, remove individual(s) to fresh air.
Extinguishing Media
  • Water spray
  • Dry chemicals
  • Protein-type air foams
  • Carbon dioxide

Packaging & Availability

Packing
  • 180kg - Iron drum
  • 20MT - 1SO-Container

Storage & Handling

Storage

Tighten the cap of the container and store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated, storage area of cabinet.