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(R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol

Also known as: (R)-(+)-1,2,4-BUTANETRIOL, (2R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, (2R)-Butane-1,2,4-triol, 2-Deoxyerythritol, (2R)-(+)-1,2,4-Trihydroxybutane, (R)-(+)-1,2,4-TRIHYDROXYBUTANE, MFCD00063212

(R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol (CAS 70005-88-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10O3 and a molecular weight of 106.120 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 303.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 153.9±16.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, 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.
70005-88-8
Jingsj CID
J-1091994-5
Molecular Formula
C4H10O3
Molecular Weight
106.120 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point303.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point153.9±16.4 °C
Exact Mass106.062996
PSA60.69000
LogP-2.09
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.487

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol?

The CAS number of (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol is 70005-88-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol?

(R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol has molecular formula C4H10O3 and molecular weight 106.120 g/mol.

Is (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol hazardous?

(R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol?

For (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, Upstream Products: (R)-malic acid, Dimethyl (R)-2-hydroxybutanedioate, (R)-4-Benzyloxy-1,3-butanediol; Downstream Products: (R)-1,2,4-Triacetoxybutane, (R)-(-)-3-Hydroxytetrahydrofuran.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol (CAS 70005-88-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1091994-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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