Description

Butyl Ethyl Ether is a versatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate with a balanced combination of volatility and solvency power. This compound is valued for its effectiveness in dissolving a wide range of organic materials, making it a critical component in specialized formulations and synthesis processes. It is primarily utilized in the chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and research & development sectors where high-purity solvents are required for reactions, extractions, and analytical applications.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a solvent and reaction medium in Grignard reactions, alkylations, and other organometallic processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as an extraction solvent and in the purification steps for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Formulations: Serves as a component in adhesives, coatings, and industrial cleaning formulations due to its solvency properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a mobile phase modifier or sample preparation solvent in chromatographic techniques like HPLC and GC.
• Fuel & Fuel Additives: Investigated for use as an oxygenate or octane booster in specialty fuel blends.
• Polymer & Resin Processing: Functions as a solvent for cellulose esters, natural resins, and some synthetic polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Ethyl Ether
CAS No.	628-81-9
Molecular Formula	C6H14O
Molecular Weight	102.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethoxybutane; Ethyl Butyl Ether; Butyl Ethyl Oxide; 3-Oxaheptane; n-Butyl Ethyl Ether; EBE; Ether, Butyl Ethyl; Ethane, 1-Butoxy-
EINECS	211-076-1

Quality Control

Our Butyl Ethyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Store separately from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.379 - 1.383
Density (20°C)	0.745 - 0.755 g/mL
Boiling Point	91 - 93°C

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