(S)-(+)-2-Butanol
Also known as: (2S)-butan-2-ol, (S)-butan-2-ol, (S)-2-butanol, (S)-(+)-sec-Butanol, (S)-(+)-sec-Butyl alcohol, D-(+)-Ethylmethylcarbinol, D-(+)-SEC-BUTYL ALCOHOL
(S)-(+)-2-Butanol (CAS 4221-99-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10O and a molecular weight of 74.122 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -114ºC, a boiling point of 96.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 26.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4221-99-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-10839-4
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 74.122 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -114ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 96.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 26.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 74.073166 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 0.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 25.2±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.393 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (S)-(+)-2-Butanol?
The CAS number of (S)-(+)-2-Butanol is 4221-99-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-(+)-2-Butanol?
(S)-(+)-2-Butanol has molecular formula C4H10O and molecular weight 74.122 g/mol.
Is (S)-(+)-2-Butanol hazardous?
(S)-(+)-2-Butanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-(+)-2-Butanol?
For (S)-(+)-2-Butanol, Upstream Products: 1,2-epoxybutane, cis-2-butene, 2-butene; Downstream Products: (S)-(+)-1-Methylpropyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate, 2-Butanol, (2S)-6-Methylheptan-2-ol.
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