1,2-butanediol

(±)1,2-丁二醇

Also known as: 1,2-butylene glycol, 1,2-dihydroxybutane, butane-1,2-diol, (+/-)-1,2-butanediol, (±)-1,2-butanediol

1,2-butanediol (CAS 26171-83-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10O2 and a molecular weight of 90.121 g/mol. It is also known as 1,2-butylene glycol, 1,2-dihydroxybutane and butane-1,2-diol. Key properties include a melting point of -50ºC, a boiling point of 190.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 93.3±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
26171-83-5
Jingsj CID
J-46894-1
Molecular Formula
C4H10O2
Chinese Name
(±)1,2-丁二醇
Molecular Weight
90.121 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-50ºC
Boiling Point190.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point93.3±0.0 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,2-butanediol?

The CAS number of 1,2-butanediol is 26171-83-5.

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

1,2-butanediol has molecular formula C4H10O2 and molecular weight 90.121 g/mol.

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