1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol

Description

1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol · CAS 57018-52-7 · C7H16O2. UNII 03077MV85B. Boiling Point: 304 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 151 °C; Flash Point: 112 °F (NTP, 1992).

Identification

CAS Registry Number	57018-52-7
PubChem CID	92629
Molecular formula	C7H16O2
IUPAC name	1-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxy]propan-2-ol
UNII (FDA)	03077MV85B

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	132.20
XLogP3	0.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	3
Exact Mass	132.115029749
Monoisotopic Mass	132.115029749
Topological Polar Surface Area	29.5
Heavy Atom Count	9
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	304 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	151 °C
Flash Point	112 °F (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point	112 °F
Flash Point	44.4 °C o.c.
Solubility	In water, 1.73X10+5 mg/L at 20 °C
Vapor Density	4.56 (Air = 1)
Vapor Pressure	4.8 mmHg at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure	4.7 [mmHg]
Vapor Pressure	4.7 mm Hg at 20 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Propylene glycol t-butyl ether is a clear colorless liquid with an ethereal odor. (NTP, 1992)
• Colorless liquid with an ethereal odor; [CAMEO]
• COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Solubility in water, g/100ml at 19 °C: >=10
• 0.87 (NTP, 1992) - Less dense than water; will float

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	CIR / INCI: Cosmetics ingredient -> Flavor; Fragrance; Surfactant

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H226, H318, H319, H336, H351, H373

Documented Uses

• Used in commercial cleaners, inks, adhesives, nail polish, lacquers, latex paints, industrial solvents, and other coatings; [HSDB]
• Metal Degreasing [Category: Clean]
• Painting (Solvents) [Category: Paint]
• Working with Glues and Adhesives [Category: Other]
• ... In commercial cleaners, inks, adhesives, nail polish, lacquers, latex paints, and other coatings. It has properties that permit its use as a substitute for ethylene glycol butyl ether.
• Cosmetics product ingredient: Propylene glycol mono-t-butyl ether (1-tert-Butoxypropan-2-ol)

Synonyms

1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol; 57018-52-7; 1-tert-Butoxypropan-2-ol; tert-Butoxypropanol; 2-Propanol, 1-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-; Propylene glycol mono-t-butyl ether; Propylene glycol t-butyl ether; DTXSID8025967; Propylene glycol mono-t-buthyl ether; Arcosolv PTB; 1-(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)-2-propanol; 03077MV85B; DTXCID905967; 1-METHYL-2-TERT-BUTOXYETHANOL; RefChem:869811; 406-180-0

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol?

CAS 57018-52-7; molecular formula C7H16O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol known by?

1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol, 57018-52-7, 1-tert-Butoxypropan-2-ol, tert-Butoxypropanol, 2-Propanol, 1-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-, Propylene glycol mono-t-butyl ether.

What is the regulatory status of 1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol?

Documented regulatory listings: CIR / INCI: Cosmetics ingredient -> Flavor; Fragrance; Surfactant.

Is 1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H226, H318, H319, H336, H351.

What are the key physical properties of 1-tert-butoxy-2-propanol?

Boiling Point: 304 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 151 °C; Flash Point: 112 °F (NTP, 1992); Flash Point: 112 °F.

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