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2-Chloro-2-methylbutane

Also known as: tert-Amyl chloride, tert-Pentyl chloride, 1,1-Dimethylpropyl chloride, 2-Methyl-2-chlorobutane, 3-Chloroisopentane, NSC 7900, EINECS 209-836-2, MFCD00000818, butane, 2-chloro-2-methyl-

2-Chloro-2-methylbutane (CAS 594-36-5) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H11Cl and a molecular weight of 106.59400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −73 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 85-86 °C(lit.), a density of 0.866 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of -9.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
594-36-5
Jingsj CID
J-24823-9
Molecular Formula
C5H11Cl
Molecular Weight
106.59400 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−73 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point85-86 °C(lit.)
Density0.866 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point-9.4 °C
Exact Mass106.05500
LogP2.41380
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.405(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Chloro-2-methylbutane?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-2-methylbutane is 594-36-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-2-methylbutane?

2-Chloro-2-methylbutane has molecular formula C5H11Cl and molecular weight 106.59400 g/mol.

Is 2-Chloro-2-methylbutane hazardous?

2-Chloro-2-methylbutane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-2-methylbutane?

For 2-Chloro-2-methylbutane, Upstream Products: 2-Methyl-2-butanol, 2-Methylbut-2-ene, 2-Methylbut-2-ene; Downstream Products: 3,3-Dimethylhexane, 2,3-Dimethylhexane, isopentane.

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