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2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol, 2-Methyl-but-3-en-1-ol, 2-methylbut-3-en-1-ol, 3-Buten-1-ol, 2-methyl-, (R,S)-2-Methyl-but-3-en-1-ol, 1-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-butene, 2-methyl-3-butene-1-ol, MFCD00009985

2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol (CAS 4516-90-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O and a molecular weight of 86.13230 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 33.52°C, a boiling point of 120-121ºC756 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.835 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 33.3±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4516-90-9
Jingsj CID
J-27187-4
Molecular Formula
C5H10O
Molecular Weight
86.13230 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point33.52°C
Boiling Point120-121ºC756 mm Hg(lit.)
Density0.835 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point33.3±0.0 °C
Exact Mass86.07320
PSA20.23000
LogP0.80080
Vapor Pressure7.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.427(lit.)

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Elena E. Stashenko, et al. A study of the compositional variation of the essential oil of ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata Hook Fil. et Thomson, formagenuina ) during flower development. Journal of Separation Science. Volume18, Issue2, February 1995, Pages 101-104

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905290000
Summary2905290000 unsaturated monohydric alcohols。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-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol?

The CAS number of 2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol is 4516-90-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol?

2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol has molecular formula C5H10O and molecular weight 86.13230 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol?

For 2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol, Upstream Products: Crotyl Bromide, Formaldehyde, 2-butene; Downstream Products: 2,2,5,7,8-Pentamethylchroman.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methyl-3-buten-1-ol (CAS 4516-90-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-27187-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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