(R)-2-Methylbutanol
- Createtime： 2026-04-14
- Updatetime： 2026-04-15
Product Details
| useage |
Industrial use
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| deliveryInfo |
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| appearance |
liquid
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| Molecular Weight |
88.15 g/mol
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| aliasen |
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| supplyCapacity |
50000MT/Month
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| harbor |
Qingdao,China
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| minorder |
1KG
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| Appearance |
Colorless transparent liquid
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Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: (R)-2-Methylbutanol
CAS Number: 616-16-0
Alias: (R)-(+)-2-Methyl-1-butanol, Active amyl alcohol
Molecular Formula: C5H12O
Molecular Weight: 88.15 g/mol
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Chiral aliphatic primary alcohol, branched chain alkyl alcohol.
- Structural Features: Contains one chiral carbon atom, presents optical activity; has hydroxyl group and alkyl branch, with moderate polarity and lipophilicity.
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid
- Odor: Characteristic alcohol odor
- Melting Point: -70 °C
- Boiling Point: 128 °C
- Density: 0.816 g/mL (20 °C)
- Flash Point: 43 °C
- Specific Rotation: +5.5° ~ +7.5° (neat)
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible with ethanol, ether, acetone and most organic solvents
- Stability: Stable at normal temperature. Keep away from strong oxidants, strong acids and open flame.
Synthesis & Applications
Synthesis Method
Prepared by asymmetric synthesis or resolution of racemic 2-methylbutanol. Purified by rectification to obtain high-purity chiral product.
Main Applications
- Organic synthesis: Chiral building block for synthesis of pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals and chiral intermediates.
- Flavor industry: Used as raw material for food and daily flavors.
- Analytical chemistry: Chiral solvent and reference reagent for chromatographic separation.
- Industrial raw material: For production of esters, surfactants and other derivatives.
Safety & Storage Instructions
- Hazard Classification: Combustible liquid, mild irritant
- Personal Protection: Wear chemical resistant gloves and safety goggles. Avoid vapor inhalation and direct contact with skin and eyes.
- Storage Condition: Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep far from fire, heat sources and oxidants.
- Transportation: Transported as combustible liquid. Prevent leakage, collision and high temperature during transit.
Quality & Spectral Data
- Purity (GC): ≥99.0%
- Moisture: ≤0.1%
- Optical Purity: ≥98.0% ee
- Refractive Index: 1.410 ~ 1.412 (20 °C)
- IR Spectrum: Conforms to standard characteristic peaks
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 616-16-0 |
| Product Name | (R)-2-Methylbutanol |
| Synonym | (R)-(+)-2-Methyl-1-butanol, Active amyl alcohol |
| Molecular Formula | C5H12O |
| Molecular Weight | 88.15 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Boiling Point | 128 °C |
| Density | 0.816 g/mL (20 °C) |
| Specific Rotation | +5.5° ~ +7.5° (neat) |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; miscible with common organic solvents |
| Purity | ≥99.0% (GC) |
| Storage Condition | Sealed, cool ventilated place, away from fire and oxidants |
| Hazard Property | Combustible liquid, mild irritant |
| Main Usage | Chiral intermediate, flavor raw material, chromatographic reagent |
