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Isobutene (ca. 15% in Tetrahydrofuran)
Isobutene (ca. 15% in Tetrahydrofuran) is a flammable, reactive olefin used in chemical synthesis and polymer production. It is supplied as a solution in tetrahydrofuran for enhanced stability and handling. CAS: 115-11-7, molecular formula: C4H8, molecular weight: 56.11 g/mol, stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Isobutene (ca. 15% in Tetrahydrofuran) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Isobutene (ca. 15% in Tetrahydrofuran) is a flammable, reactive olefin used in chemical synthesis and polymer production. It is supplied as a solution in tetrahydrofuran for enhanced stability and handling. CAS: 115-11-7, molecular formula: C4H8, molecular weight: 56.11 g/mol, stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Isobutene (ca. 15% in Tetrahydrofuran) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 115-11-7 |
| Molecular Formula | CH2=C(CH3)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 56.11 |
| SMILES | CC(=C)C |
| EC / UN Number | 2056 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 38229000 |
| Tariff Code | 3822900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
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Oxidizing
GHS03
Hazard statements
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is isobutene used for?
Isobutene is primarily used in the production of synthetic rubber, methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE), and other petrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of isobutene?
The formula is CH2=C(CH3)2 with a molecular weight of 56.11 g/mol.
How should isobutene be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources.
What grade of isobutene is available?
The product is supplied as isobutene (approximately 15% in tetrahydrofuran), suitable for industrial and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply isobutene in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply isobutene in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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