Isobutyraldehyde
- CAS Number
- 78-84-2
- HSN Code
- 29121990
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O
- Catalogue Number
- AL2604
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 72.10 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Isobutyraldehyde is a member of the class of propanals that is propanal substituted by a methyl group at position 2. It has a role as a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite.
Also known as 2-Methylpropanal.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2604
- CAS Number
- 78-84-2
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O
- Molecular Weight
- 72.10 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29121990
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -65.9 °C; Boiling point: 64 °C @ 760 mm Hg; Flash point: -40 °C; Density: 0.7938 @ 20 °C/4 °C; Solubility: Miscible in ethanol, ether, carbon disulfide, acetone, benzene, toluene, and chloroform.
- Appearance
- Transparent, colorless liquid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 ml glass bottle, 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids and strong reducing agents. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Isobutyraldehyde
- Catalogue No.
- AL2604
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 78-84-2
- EC Number
- 201-149-6
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 607-042-00-9
- Chemical Formula
- C4H8O
- HSN Code
- 29121990
- Synonyms
- 2-Methylpropanal
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Synthetic intermediate in resin and flavor 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. 2; Eye Irrit. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6561 - 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
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Precautionary statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264+P265, P280, P303+P361+P353, P305+P351+P338, P337+P317, P370+P378, P403+P235, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Isobutyraldehyde
- CAS No.
- 78-84-2
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, irritation of 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
- The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.
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
- Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: protective clothing, protective gloves, safety goggles and filter respirator for organic vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Do NOT wash away into sewer.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- 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, strong bases, strong acids and strong reducing agents. Well closed. 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
- Pungent odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -65.9 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 64 °C @ 760 mm Hg
- Flash point
- -40 °C
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 385 °F (196 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 173 mm Hg @ 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 2.48 (AIR= 1)
- Density
- 0.7938 @ 20 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Miscible in ethanol, ether, carbon disulfide, acetone, benzene, toluene, and chloroform.
- Log Pow
- 1.2
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- 1.8 - 11.5% (v/v) in air
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but may react with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Oxidises slowly on exposure to air, forming isobutyric acid.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces acrid smoke and fumes. Reacts with oxidants, strong reductants and strong bases.
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
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 3.7 g/kg; LD50 Rat oral 2810 mg/kg; LC50 Mouse inhalation 39,500 mgcu m2 hr
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- 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)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- 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)
- 2045
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 2045
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 2045
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 2045
- UN-No. (RID)
- 2045
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Isobutyraldehyde
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Isobutyraldehyde
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Isobutyraldehyde
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Isobutyraldehyde
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Isobutyraldehyde
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
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 an intermediate in resin synthesis and as a flavor compound reference in food science research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL2356A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 72.10 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | A clear colourless liquid | A clear colourless liquid |
| Assay (GC, area%) | Min. 99.0% | 99.25% |
| Density (d20°C/4°C) | 0.788 - 0.790 | 0.789 |
| identity (IR) | Passes test | Passes test |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% For Synthesis | ≥ 99% | m.p. -65.9 °C; b.p. 64 °C @ 760 mm Hg | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Miscible in ethanol, ether, carbon disulfide, acetone, benzene, toluene, and chloroform. |
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