Dibutyl Ether

Basic Information of Dibutyl Ether

Dibutyl Ether (CAS No. 142-96-1) possesses a unique set of physical and chemical properties that make it highly effective in specific applications:

CAS No.:	142-96-1
EC No.:	205-575-3
Linear Formula:	C₈H₁₈O
Molecular Weight:	130.23
Appearance:	Clear, colorless liquid
Odor:	Characteristic, ether-like
Melting Point:	-95.3 °C
Boiling Point:	142 °C
Density:	0.764 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility:	Very low solubility in water (immiscible); miscible with many organic solvents.
Flash Point:	25 °C
Purity:	Available in high-purity grades suitable for sensitive applications.
RIDADR:	UN 1149 3/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

These properties enable Dibutyl Ether to perform exceptionally well as a solvent where a non-polar, high-boiling, and water-insoluble medium is required.

Versatile Applications of Dibutyl Ether

• Reaction Solvent: Widely used as a solvent for Grignard reactions, lithium-organic reactions, and other highly moisture-sensitive or air-sensitive syntheses due to its excellent chemical inertness and low water miscibility.

• Polymerization Solvent: Employed as a solvent in certain polymerization processes, particularly those involving Ziegler-Natta catalysts.

• Extraction Solvent: An effective extraction solvent for oils, fats, waxes, and other non-polar substances in chemical analysis and industrial purification processes.

• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reaction medium or solvent in the production of various fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals where precise control over reaction conditions is crucial.

• Hydraulic Fluids & Lubricants: Can be a component in certain hydraulic fluids or synthetic lubricants due to its thermal stability and low viscosity.

• Fuel Additive: In some niche applications, it might be used as a component in specialized fuels.

• Assured Quality: Our Dibutyl Ether is rigorously tested to ensure high purity and consistent performance, meeting or exceeding stringent industry specifications for fine chemicals.

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Irritant (GHS07), Environmental Hazard (GHS09)

• Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor (H225); May cause respiratory irritation (H335); Harmful if swallowed (H302); Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H411).

• UN Number: UN 1149

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)

• Packing Group: II