Dibutyl ether
- CAS Number
- 142-96-1
- HSN Code
- 29091900
- Molecular Formula
- C8H18O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1685
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 130.23 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
N-butyl ether appears as a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. Flash point below 141 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water.
Also known as Butyl ether.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1685
- CAS Number
- 142-96-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H18O
- Molecular Weight
- 130.23 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29091900
- Grade
- 98% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -95.2 °C; Boiling point: 140.8 °C; Flash point: 25 °C c.c; Density: 0.7684 at 20 °C/4 °C; Solubility: Miscible with benzene and most org solvents.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap, 2.5 Lt glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Fireproof. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Dibutyl ether
- Catalogue No.
- AL1685
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 142-96-1
- EC Number
- 205-575-3
- Grade
- 98% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 603-095-00-7
- Chemical Formula
- C8H18O
- HSN Code
- 29091900
- Synonyms
- Butyl ether
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Solvent in organic synthesis and extraction chemistry.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 3; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3; Aquatic Chronic 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8909 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- Precautionary statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P273, P280, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Can form peroxides upon prolonged storage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Dibutyl ether
- CAS No.
- 142-96-1
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, and irritation of the respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Cover the spilled material with foam. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Mild, ethereal odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -95.2 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 140.8 °C
- Flash point
- 25 °C c.c.
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 382 °F (194 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 6.01 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 1.48 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.7684 at 20 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Miscible with benzene and most org solvents
- Log Pow
- log Kow= 3.21
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but can form peroxides upon prolonged storage.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- The substance can form explosive peroxides , especially in anhydrous form. Reacts violently with nitrogen trichloride and strong oxidants. Reacts with strong acids.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 7.40 (6.41-8.53) mLkg from table/; LD50 Rabbit percutaneous 10.08 (4.41-23.04) mLkg from table/
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1149
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1149
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1149
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1149
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1149
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Dibutyl ether
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Dibutyl ether
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Dibutyl ether
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Dibutyl ether
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Dibutyl ether
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a high-boiling ether solvent in organic synthesis and Grignard reagent chemistry.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0602B
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 130.23 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 98.5% |
| Density | 0.764 g/mL | 0.765 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 164 °C | 163.5 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Related Substances | Not specified | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% For Synthesis grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% For Synthesis | ≥ 98% | m.p. -95.2 °C; b.p. 140.8 °C | ≤ 0.5% | Not specified | Not specified | Miscible with benzene and most org solvents |
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