Alcohol, High-Purity Solvents

Tert-Butanol (TBA)

Name: Tert-Butanol (TBA) - Vortex
SKU: 75-65-0

High-Purity Tert-Butanol (TBA) (CAS 75-65-0)

This product is a high-purity laboratory chemical, primarily composed of Tert-Butanol (TBA) with a CAS number of 75-65-0, present at over 99% concentration. It appears as a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Identified for use in laboratory applications and the manufacture of substances, it is highly flammable, with a flash point of 11 °C. Key characteristics include a melting point of 25 °C and a boiling point of 82 °C. This stable compound is soluble in many organic solvents, offering versatile use.

Attributes

Key Features and Benefits

Offers exceptional purity (min. 99.8%) for reliable performance.
Features very low water content, ideal for moisture-sensitive applications.
Is a clear, colorless liquid, preventing discoloration of end products.
Contains minimal non-volatile matter and very low acidity for cleaner processes.
Acts as an effective and versatile solvent for various industrial uses.
Serves as a valuable intermediate for diverse chemical synthesis routes.
Provides consistent product quality with predictable physical properties.
Contributes to enhanced stability and shelf-life of formulations.

Specifications

Technical Highlights

Purity (GC): 99.8 % min
Water Content: 0.1 % max
Color (Pt-Co): 10 max Density @ 20°C: 0.775 – 0.777 Refractive Index @ 20°C: 1.3860 – 1.3880
Distillation Range (IBP): 82.0 °C min
Distillation Range (DBP): 83.0 °C max
Non Volatile Matter: 10 mg/100 mL max
CAS Number: 75-65-0
Molecular Weight: 74.12

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Practical industry uses

Applications

Gasoline Octane Enhancement: Serves as an intermediate in the production of MTBE and ETBE, which are vital gasoline octane enhancers.
Isobutylene Preparation: Used as a precursor in the synthesis of isobutylene.
Paints & Coatings: Functions as a versatile solvent in various paint and coating formulations.
Adhesive Production: Employed as a solvent in the manufacturing of different adhesive products.
Cleaning Agents: Utilized as a solvent in the formulation of a wide array of cleaning agents.
Pharmaceuticals & Fragrances: Acts as a key solvent in pharmaceutical production and fragrance formulations.