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(S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol

Also known as: (2S)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, (2S)-butane-1,2,4-triol, (S)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, 1,2,4-Butanetriol, (2S)-, 2-Deoxyerythritol, MFCD00063213

(S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol (CAS 42890-76-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10O3 and a molecular weight of 106.120 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 303.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 153.9±16.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42890-76-6
Jingsj CID
J-34809-4
Molecular Formula
C4H10O3
Molecular Weight
106.120 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point303.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point153.9±16.4 °C
Exact Mass106.062996
PSA60.69000
LogP-2.09
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.487

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905499000
Summary2905499000 other polyhydric 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 (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol?

The CAS number of (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol is 42890-76-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol?

(S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol has molecular formula C4H10O3 and molecular weight 106.120 g/mol.

Is (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol hazardous?

(S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol?

For (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, Upstream Products: L-(-)-Malic acid, Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate, (±)-β-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone; Downstream Products: (S)-4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2,2-diisopropyl-1,3-dioxolane, (S)-4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane, 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol (CAS 42890-76-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-34809-4 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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