Molekula
3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol
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3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol is a colorless liquid used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals. It is also employed in fragrance and flavor formulations. Under the name isopentyldiol, it is also recognised as a cosmetic ingredient for personal care formulations. CAS: 2568-33-4, Molecular Formula: C5H12O2, Molecular Weight: 104.15 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90038120 |
| CAS Number | 2568-33-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 3-methylbutane-1,3-diol |
| Molecular Formula | C5H12O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 104.15 |
| Exact Mass | 104.0837 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(CCO)O |
| InChIKey | XPFCZYUVICHKDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H12O2/c1-5(2,7)3-4-6/h6-7H,3-4H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 247470 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2905.39.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2905399590 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1,3-Butanediol, 3-methyl-
- 2-Methyl-2,4-butanediol
- 2,4-dihydroxy-2-methylbutane
- 3-hydroxy-3-methylbutanol
- 3-methyl-1,3-butandiol
- 3-methylbutane-1,3-diol
- Isopentyldiol
- isoprene glycol
- XPFCZYUVICHKDS-UHFFFAOYSA-
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol used for?
It is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymers and resins, and as a solvent in specialty applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol?
The formula is C5H12O2 with a molecular weight of 104.15 g/mol.
How should 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available for 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol?
Available in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 3-Methyl-1,3-butanediol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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