(R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol
Also known as: (R)-2-aminobutan-1-ol, (2R)-2-aminobutan-1-ol, L-2-aminobutanol, 1-Butanol, 2-amino-, (2R)-, MFCD07367003, EINECS 227-476-4
(R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol (CAS 5856-63-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H11NO and a molecular weight of 89.136 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -2 °C, a boiling point of 177.2±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5856-63-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-4832-8
- Molecular Formula
- C4H11NO
- Molecular Weight
- 89.136 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -2 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 177.2±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 89.084061 |
| PSA | 46.25000 |
| LogP | -0.43 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.446 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2922199090. other amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their ethers and esters; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol?
The CAS number of (R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol is 5856-63-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol?
(R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol has molecular formula C4H11NO and molecular weight 89.136 g/mol.
Is (R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol hazardous?
(R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol?
For (R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol, Upstream Products: 2-Amino-1-butanol, isohexane, (R)-2-Aminobutyric acid; Downstream Products: N-Formyl-D-phenylalanine, Roscovitine (CYC202), trans-2,5-dimethylpiperazine.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-(-)-2-Amino-1-butanol (CAS 5856-63-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-4832-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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