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2-Butyne-1,4-diol, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
2-Butyne-1,4-diol is used as a precursor to prepare 1,4-butanediol, 2-butene-1,4-diol and mucochloric acid. It is also used in textile additives, corrosion inhibitors, plasticizers, synthetic resins and polyurethanes. It is an important raw material of vitamin B6. Further, it is used for brightening, preserving and inhibiting nickel plating. In addition, it is used in biological studies for nematocidal activity.
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2-Butyne-1,4-diol is used as a precursor to prepare 1,4-butanediol, 2-butene-1,4-diol and mucochloric acid. It is also used in textile additives, corrosion inhibitors, plasticizers, synthetic resins and polyurethanes. It is an important raw material of vitamin B6. Further, it is used for brightening, preserving and inhibiting nickel plating. In addition, it is used in biological studies for nematocidal activity.
Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone, methanol. Slightly soluble in ethyl ether and chloroform. Insoluble in benzene.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong acids and strong bases.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 54°C to 58°C |
Boiling Point | 194°C (100 mmHg) |
Flash Point | 152°C (305°F) |
Linear Formula | HOCH2C≡CCH2OH |
Quantity | 250 g |
UN Number | UN2716 |
Beilstein | 1071237 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,ethanol,acetone,methanol. Slightly soluble in ethyl ether and chloroform. Insoluble in benzene. |
Formula Weight | 86.09 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
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