Description

4-sec-Butoxy-2-Butanone is a specialty ketone ether solvent with the CAS registry number 57545-63-8. This compound is valued for its unique combination of solvency power and controlled evaporation rate, making it an effective intermediate and formulation component. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the coatings, inks, and specialty chemical synthesis industries seeking high-performance, tailored solvent properties.

Application

• Coatings & Inks Formulation: Acts as a high-boiling point solvent and coalescing agent in industrial coatings, automotive paints, and printing inks to improve film formation and flow.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the production of more complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Cleaning & Degreasing Agents: Used in specialty formulations for industrial cleaning and metal degreasing due to its effective solvency for oils and resins.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a solvent and plasticizer in adhesive formulations to adjust viscosity and enhance open time.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Employed in photoresist strippers and precision cleaning solutions for electronic components.
• Agricultural Chemical Carriers: Utilized as a solvent carrier in pesticide and herbicide formulations for improved stability and application.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-sec-Butoxy-2-Butanone
CAS No.	57545-63-8
Molecular Formula	C9H18O2
Molecular Weight	158.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butanone, 4-(1-methylpropoxy)-; 4-(sec-Butoxy)-2-butanone; 4-(1-Methylpropoxy)-2-butanone; Methyl 3-oxobutyl sec-butyl ether; sec-Butyl 3-oxobutyl ether; 3-Oxobutyl sec-butyl ether; Butoxybutanone
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Quality Control

Our 4-sec-Butoxy-2-Butanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC analysis for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.420

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