Description

Butylisopentyl Ether is a versatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate with a unique branched ether structure. Its high volatility makes it particularly valuable for applications requiring rapid evaporation and low residual content. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient solvent systems and synthesis pathways.

Application

• As a high-volatility solvent in industrial coatings, inks, and adhesives where fast drying is critical.
• An extraction and reaction medium in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing.
• A formulation component for cleaning agents and degreasers, leveraging its solvating power.
• Used in the production of specialty polymers and resins as a process aid or modifier.
• As a fuel additive component or oxygenate research chemical.
• An analytical reagent and laboratory solvent for chromatography and sample preparation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butylisopentyl Ether
CAS No.	17071-52-2
Molecular Formula	C9H20O
Molecular Weight	144.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butoxy-3-methylbutane; 3-Methylbutyl butyl ether; Butyl isoamyl ether; iso-Amyl butyl ether; Butyl(3-methylbutyl) ether; Ether, butyl isoamyl; Butyl isopentyl ether; 3-Methyl-1-butanol butyl ether
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Quality Control

Our Butylisopentyl Ether is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with industrial chemical standards, and specifications can be adjusted to meet specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition points. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.77 - 0.79 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 150 - 160°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.