2-Methyl-1-butanol
Also known as: 2-Methylbutan-1-ol, Active amyl alcohol, Primary active amyl alcohol, sec-Butylcarbinol, 2-Methylbutyl alcohol, DL-2-Methyl-1-butanol, (±)-2-Methyl-1-butanol, DL-sec-Butylcarbinol, 2-methyl-n-butanol, 2-methylbutanol
2-Methyl-1-butanol (CAS 137-32-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H12O and a molecular weight of 88.148 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -70ºC, a boiling point of 128.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 43.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — 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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 137-32-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-39764-9
- Molecular Formula
- C5H12O
- Molecular Weight
- 88.148 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -70ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 128.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 43.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.088814 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 1.22 |
| Additional Property | 3 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 4.8±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.405 |
| Additional Property | 3.6 g/100 mL (30 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 2-Methyl-1-butanol?
The CAS number of 2-Methyl-1-butanol is 137-32-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-1-butanol?
2-Methyl-1-butanol has molecular formula C5H12O and molecular weight 88.148 g/mol.
Is 2-Methyl-1-butanol hazardous?
2-Methyl-1-butanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-1-butanol?
For 2-Methyl-1-butanol, Upstream Products: 2-Methylbut-2-ene, 1-Penten-3-one, (S)-Tetrahydrofuran-3-ylmethanol; Downstream Products: 2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane, 1-Bromo-2-methylbutane, 2-Bromo-2-methylbutane.
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