sec-Butyl Methyl Ether
Also known as: 2-methoxybutane, 2-methoxybutane, 2-butyl methyl ether, methyl sec-butyl ether, s-butyl methyl ether, sec-butyl methyl ether, Ether, sec-butyl methyl, MFCD00190205
sec-Butyl Methyl Ether (CAS 6795-87-5) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H12O and a molecular weight of 88.14820 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -117.26°C (estimate), a boiling point of 75ºC(lit.), a density of 0.742 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of -30.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6795-87-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-42901-6
- Molecular Formula
- C5H12O
- Molecular Weight
- 88.14820 g/mol
- Category
- Ethers
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -117.26°C (estimate) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 75ºC(lit.) |
| Density | 0.742 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | -30.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.08880 |
| PSA | 9.23000 |
| LogP | 1.43130 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.372(lit.) |
| Additional Property | Miscible with water, alcohol, ether and acetone. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909199090. other acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. 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 sec-Butyl Methyl Ether?
The CAS number of sec-Butyl Methyl Ether is 6795-87-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of sec-Butyl Methyl Ether?
sec-Butyl Methyl Ether has molecular formula C5H12O and molecular weight 88.14820 g/mol.
Is sec-Butyl Methyl Ether hazardous?
sec-Butyl Methyl Ether has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of sec-Butyl Methyl Ether?
For sec-Butyl Methyl Ether, Upstream Products: Diazomethane, 2-Butanol, Aluminum tri-sec-butoxide; Downstream Products: tert-Butyl methyl ether.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "sec-Butyl Methyl Ether (CAS 6795-87-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-42901-6 (accessed 2026-11-07).
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