Isobutyl Alcohol
- CAS Number
- 78-83-1
- HSN Code
- 29051490
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10O
- Catalogue Number
- AL0952
- Purity
- ≥ 98.5%
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Isobutanol is an alkyl alcohol that is propan-1-ol substituted by a methyl group at position 2. It has a role as a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite.
Also known as 2-Methyl-1-propanol.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0952
- CAS Number
- 78-83-1
- Molecular Formula
- C4H10O
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29051490
- Grade
- 98.5% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -108 °C; Boiling point: 108 °C; Flash point: Flash points: 28 °C, closed cup; 37.78 °C, open cup; Density: 0.8018 g/cu cm at 24 °C; Solubility: In water, 66.5-90.9 g/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless, oily liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 1 Lt glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and aluminium.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Isobutyl Alcohol
- Catalogue No.
- AL0952
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 78-83-1
- EC Number
- 201-148-0
- Grade
- 98.5% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 603-108-00-1
- Chemical Formula
- C4H10O
- HSN Code
- 29051490
- Synonyms
- 2-Methyl-1-propanol
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Solvent and synthetic intermediate
- 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 Dam. 1; STOT SE 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6560 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Corrosive, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor; H315: Causes skin irritation; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- Precautionary statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P317, P319, P321, P332+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Flammable liquid and vapor; may cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Isobutyl Alcohol
- CAS No.
- 78-83-1
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 eyes and skin.
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
- Flashback along vapor trail may occur.
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. Contain and absorb spill with inert material.
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. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
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 and keep away from heat and ignition sources.
- 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. Separated from strong oxidants and aluminium.
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
- Sweet, musty odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not specified
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- 0.8
- Melting point
- -108 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 108 °C
- Flash point
- Flash points: 28 °C, closed cup; 37.78 °C, open cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 415 °C (780 °F)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 10.4 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 2.56 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.8018 g/cu cm at 24 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 66.5-90.9 g/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 0.76
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Lower: 1.8% vol, Upper: 11.2% vol
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Heat contributes to instability.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Reacts with aluminium and strong oxidants such as chromium trioxide. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen). Attacks some forms of plastic, rubber and coatings.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke & fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 2.46 g/kg; LD50 Rat oral 3,100 mg/kg.; LD50 Mouse intraperitoneal 544 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- 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; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- 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)
- 1212
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1212
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1212
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1212
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1212
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Isobutyl Alcohol
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Isobutyl Alcohol
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Isobutyl Alcohol
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Isobutyl Alcohol
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Isobutyl Alcohol
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
Isobutyl alcohol is used as a solvent in coatings and as an intermediate in the synthesis of esters such as isobutyl acetate. It is also employed in the production of pharmaceuticals and as a chemical intermediate.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00335
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 74.12 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98.5% | 99.0% |
| Density | 0.803 g/mL | 0.803 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 108.1 °C | 108.2 °C |
| Flash Point | 35 °C | 36 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 98.5% For Synthesis grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98.5% For Synthesis | ≥ 98.5% | m.p. -108 °C; b.p. 108 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 66.5-90.9 g/L at 25 °C |
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