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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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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-70ºC
Boiling Point128.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point43.3±0.0 °C
Exact Mass88.088814
PSA20.23000
LogP1.22
Additional Property3 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure4.8±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.405
Additional Property3.6 g/100 mL (30 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • 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 Code2905199090
Summary2905199090. 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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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methyl-1-butanol (CAS 137-32-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-39764-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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