Alcohol, High-Purity Solvents

1-Butanol

N-Butyl Alcohol (NBA) | 71-36-3

This clear, colorless liquid is primarily N-Butyl Alcohol (NBA), identified by CAS 71-36-3, with a purity of 98-100%. It functions as a versatile solvent for paints, coatings, lacquers, resins, oils, waxes, and dyes. Beyond this, it serves as a vital chemical intermediate for synthesizing butyl derivatives and in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Possessing a distinctive alcoholic odor, this flammable liquid has a flashpoint of 35°C. It is noted for causing serious eye irritation and may lead to respiratory irritation or drowsiness, necessitating careful handling.

Attributes

Key Features and Benefits

Excellent solvent for a wide range of resins and coatings.
Key chemical intermediate for producing plasticizers and esters.
Essential building block in pharmaceutical and organic synthesis.
Contributes to the formulation of high-performance hydraulic fluids.
Valuable extractant in various chemical processes.
High purity (min. 99.5%) ensures consistent product performance.
Low moisture content makes it suitable for sensitive applications.
Versatile compound applied across industries including textiles and specialty chemicals.

Specifications

Technical Highlights

Purity (Wt%): 99.5 Min
Water (Wt%): 0.1 Max
Acidity (as acetic acid) (Wt%): 0.005 Max
Color (APHA): 10 Max
Density @ 20°C (g/ml): 0.809 – 0.811
Distillation Range (°C): 116.5 – 118.5
Non Volatile Matter (Wt%): 0.005 Max
Aldehydes (as Butyraldehyde) (ppm): 100 Max
Iron (ppm): 0.1 Max
Sulphur (ppm): 5 Max

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Practical industry uses

Applications

Serves as an effective solvent for paints, lacquers, varnishes, resins, and gums in the coatings industry.
Acts as a crucial chemical intermediate for the production of plasticizers like phthalates and adipates.
Utilized in the synthesis of various esters, including butyl acetate, for diverse industrial applications.
An essential component in the formulation of hydraulic fluids and brake fluids.
Functions as an extractant for fats, oils, organic acids, vitamins, and pharmaceuticals.
Used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and other specialty chemicals as a key raw material.