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1,2,4-Butanetriol

Also known as: 1,2,4-Trihydroxybutane, 2-Deoxyerythritol, Butane-1,2,4-triol, Trihydroxybutane, 1,2,4-Butanetriol (BT), MFCD00002929, EINECS 221-323-5

1,2,4-Butanetriol (CAS 3068-00-6) 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 melting point of -20ºC, 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 Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3068-00-6
Jingsj CID
J-46791-7
Molecular Formula
C4H10O3
Molecular Weight
106.120 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-20ºC
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

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory 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 1,2,4-Butanetriol?

The CAS number of 1,2,4-Butanetriol is 3068-00-6.

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

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

Is 1,2,4-Butanetriol hazardous?

1,2,4-Butanetriol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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

For 1,2,4-Butanetriol, Upstream Products: DL-Malic acid, Dimethyl DL-malate, 3-Buten-1-ol; Downstream Products: (S)-(-)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, (R)-1,2,4-Butanetriol, 3-Hydroxytetrahydrofuran.

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