ISO BUTANOL

  • Cas No: 78-83-1
  • EINESC No: 201-148-0
  • Molecular weight: 74,122 g/mol

Tin

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Barrel

170 Kg

IBC

800 Kg

Pouring

5-25 Ton

Physical characteristics

  • General Properties: Colorless, liquid
  • Odor: Sharp, musty-like
  • Density: 0.802 g/cm3
  • Boiling Point: 107.89 °C
  • Melting Point: – 108 °C
  • Flash Point: 28 °C
  • Vapor Pressure: 9 mm Hg (20 °C)
  • Refractive Index: 1,358 nD
  • Solubility (in water): 418 g/L (0 °C) (in water)

production

Isobutanol is produced by the carbonization of propylene. Two different methods can be preferred as hydroformylation and Reppe carbonylation. Hydroformylation is more commonly used. It is also possible to genetically modify some bacteria for use in the production of isobutanol.

General features

Isobutanol is a colorless, flammable liquid with a characteristic odour. With its isomers, n-butanol, 2-butanol and tert-butanol, it has an important place in the industry. It is a very common solvent used both directly and in the form of its esters. It has less density than water, however its smoke is denser than air.

Usage areas

It is used as a raw material for esterification of isobutanol, resins, Isobutyl acrylate, isobutyl acetate, isobutyl methacrylate and for coating paint thinners. On the other hand, it is widely used as a solvent in inks, pharmaceuticals and food supplements, varnishes, motor oils, some biofuels and many different industries, since many organic substances can dissolve in it. In addition to these, it is also used as a colorant in plastic production and as a dehydration agent.

Safety Precautions and Toxicity

Isobutanol is rapidly absorbed and metabolized after oral administration. It has low acute toxicity. Irritating to skin and eyes. In case of contact, it should be washed with plenty of water. Also, isobutanol is highly flammable. It should be kept away from all kinds of fire sources and stored in tightly closed containers in well-ventilated places.