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Catalog Number:
37499
CAS Number:
1565-80-6
S-(-)-2-Methylbutanol
Purity:
≥ 98% (GC)
Synonym(s):
(S-(-)-2-Methyl-1-butanol
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Product Information

Store Under Inert Gas

Synonyms
(S-(-)-2-Methyl-1-butanol
CAS Number
1565-80-6
Purity
≥ 98% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C5H12O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00064299
PubChem ID
8723
Appearance
Colorless to Almost colorless clear liqui
Boiling Point
128 °C
Refractive Index
1.41
Optical Rotation
[α]20D = -5.3 to -6.2 deg(neat)
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
(S-(-)-2-Methyl-1-butanol
CAS Number
1565-80-6
Purity
≥ 98% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C5H12O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00064299
PubChem ID
8723
Appearance
Colorless to Almost colorless clear liqui
Boiling Point
128 °C
Refractive Index
1.41
Optical Rotation
[α]20D = -5.3 to -6.2 deg(neat)
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

(S)-(-)-2-Methylbutanol is widely utilized in research focused on

  • Flavoring and Fragrance Industry: This compound is used as a flavoring agent due to its pleasant odor, enhancing the sensory experience in food and beverages.
  • Solvent Applications: It serves as a solvent in various chemical reactions and processes, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, improving efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Chiral Synthesis: As a chiral alcohol, it plays a crucial role in asymmetric synthesis, aiding chemists in creating specific enantiomers for drug development.
  • Fuel Additives: It is incorporated into fuel formulations to improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions, contributing to more sustainable energy solutions.
  • Research and Development: Used in laboratories for studying reaction mechanisms and properties of alcohols, providing valuable insights for chemists and researchers.

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