2-Chlorobutane
Also known as: sec-Butyl chloride, s-Butyl chloride, 2-Butyl chloride, 1-Methylpropyl chloride, 2-Chlorbutan, 2-chloro-butane, Butane, 2-chloro-, sec-C4H9Cl, sec.-butyl chloride, MFCD00000871, EINECS 201-151-7, 2-Butylchloride, 2-chloro-butan, Butane,2-chloro, SEC-BUTYL CHLORIDE, s-butyl chloride, sec-Butylchloride(DL), GY2&1
2-Chlorobutane (CAS 78-86-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9Cl and a molecular weight of 92.567 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -140 °C, a boiling point of 69.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -15.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 78-86-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-32923-9
- Molecular Formula
- C4H9Cl
- Molecular Weight
- 92.567 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -140 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 69.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -15.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 92.039276 |
| LogP | 2.38 |
| Vapor Pressure | 146.9±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.393 |
| Additional Property | immiscible |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29031980 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Chlorobutane?
The CAS number of 2-Chlorobutane is 78-86-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chlorobutane?
2-Chlorobutane has molecular formula C4H9Cl and molecular weight 92.567 g/mol.
Is 2-Chlorobutane hazardous?
2-Chlorobutane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chlorobutane?
For 2-Chlorobutane, Upstream Products: 2-Butanol, sec-Butyl acetate, 1-Butanol; Downstream Products: (S)-(+)-2-Butanol, (R)-(-)-2-Butanol, 3-Methylhexane.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Chlorobutane (CAS 78-86-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-32923-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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