2-Methylbutanal
Also known as: 2-Methylbutyraldehyde, α-Methylbutanal, α-Methylbutyraldehyde, 2-Ethylpropanal, 2-Formylbutane, 2-Methylbutyric aldehyde, Methylethylacetaldehyde
2-Methylbutanal (CAS 96-17-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O and a molecular weight of 86.132 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -60ºC, a boiling point of 93.5±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 4.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 96-17-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1991940-5
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 86.132 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -60ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 93.5±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 4.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 86.073166 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 1.25 |
| Vapor Pressure | 49.3±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.383 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2912190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2912190090 acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methylbutanal?
The CAS number of 2-Methylbutanal is 96-17-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylbutanal?
2-Methylbutanal has molecular formula C5H10O and molecular weight 86.132 g/mol.
Is 2-Methylbutanal hazardous?
2-Methylbutanal has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylbutanal?
For 2-Methylbutanal, Upstream Products: 1-Butene, cis-2-butene, 2-butene; Downstream Products: Butanoic acid, 2-methylene-, (S)-(+)-3-Methyl-1-pentanol, 3-Methyl-2-butanone.
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