(R)-(-)-2-Butanol
Also known as: (R)-(-)-sec-Butanol, (R)-(-)-sec-Butyl Alcohol, (R)-2-Butanol, (2R)-butan-2-ol, L-(-)-sec-Butyl alcohol, R-(-)-2-Butanol, L-(-)-Ethylmethylcarbinol
(R)-(-)-2-Butanol (CAS 14898-79-4) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10O and a molecular weight of 74.12300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -114ºC, a boiling point of 99-100ºC, a density of 0.807 and a flash point of 26ºC. 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 Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 14898-79-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-31789-5
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12300 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -114ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 99-100ºC |
| Density | 0.807 |
| Flash Point | 26ºC |
| Exact Mass | 147.089539 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 0.77720 |
| Vapor Pressure | 25.2mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.396-1.398 |
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
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. N Fujiwara-Tsujii, et al. Age-dependent changes in the ratio of (R)- and (S)-2-butanol released by virgin females of Dasylepida ishigakiensis (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae). Bull Entomol Res. 2012 Dec;102(6):730-6. [2]. Aram Hong, et al. Induced Circular Dichroism of Jet-Cooled Phenol Complexes with ( R)-(-)-2-Butanol. J Phys Chem A. 2019 Oct 17;123(41):8913-8920. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (R)-(-)-2-Butanol?
The CAS number of (R)-(-)-2-Butanol is 14898-79-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(-)-2-Butanol?
(R)-(-)-2-Butanol has molecular formula C4H10O and molecular weight 74.12300 g/mol.
Is (R)-(-)-2-Butanol hazardous?
(R)-(-)-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 (R)-(-)-2-Butanol?
For (R)-(-)-2-Butanol, Upstream Products: 2-Butanol, cis-2-butene, (R)-(+)-3-Butyn-2-ol; Downstream Products: 2-Iodobutane, 2-Bromobutane, (R)-sec-Butyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate.
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