Molekula
Butylamine
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Butylamine is a primary amine used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and rubber additives. It is a colorless liquid with a strong ammonia-like odor. Available in high purity, it is stored at ambient temperatures. CAS: 109-73-9, molecular formula: C4H11N, molecular weight: 73.14 g/mol. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Butylamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless transparent liquid |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -7 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 (8) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odour | Amine odor |
| Melting Point | -49.1 °C |
| Boiling Point | 77 °C |
| Density | 0.74 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 1000 g/L (miscible) at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 10.9 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4010 |
| pKa | pKa = 10.8 (at 20 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.97 |
Source: PubChem CID 8007 (HSDB, DrugBank, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 29823840 |
| CAS Number | 109-73-9 |
| IUPAC Name | butan-1-amine |
| EC Number | 203-699-2 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)3NH2 |
| Molecular Weight | 73.14 |
| Exact Mass | 73.0891 |
| SMILES | CCCCN |
| InChIKey | HQABUPZFAYXKJW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H11N/c1-2-3-4-5/h2-5H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8007 |
| UN Number | UN1125 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2921.19.6195 |
| Tariff Code | 2921199990 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
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
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- 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)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
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-Aminobutan
- 1-Aminobutane
- 1-Butanamine
- 1-Butylamine
- butan-1-amine
- Mono-n-butylamine
- Monobutylamine
- N-Butylamin
- N-BUTYLAMINE
- Norvalamine
Frequently asked questions
What is butylamine commonly used for?
Butylamine is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and rubber chemicals, as well as in the production of surfactants and corrosion inhibitors.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of butylamine?
The chemical formula is **CH₃(CH₂)₃NH₂**, and the molecular weight is **73.14 g/mol**.
How should butylamine be stored?
Butylamine should be stored in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.
What grades of butylamine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies butylamine in **technical grade** and **reagent grade** (where applicable).
Can Molekula supply butylamine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply butylamine in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—please contact us for details.
What documentation comes with a butylamine order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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