37859-57-7

Density：0.878 g/cm3

Boiling Point：215.8ºC at 760 mmHg

Flash Point：95.9ºC

Refractive Index：1.426

CAS No: 37859-57-7

1,2-Butylene Oxide is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It is produced by the oxidation of butane. This product has a boiling point of 27.4°C and a melting point of -130.2°C. It is miscible with water and is soluble in organic solvents.

1,2-Butylene Oxide is an important chemical intermediate and is used in the production of polybutylene terephthalate and polyethylene terephthalate. It is also used as a starting material for the production of glycols, lubricants, surfactants, alcohols, and other chemicals.

1,2-Butylene Oxide has a wide range of applications in the plastics, detergents, and coatings industries. It is used in the production of polyethylene terephthalate, used in the manufacture of plastic bottles, fabrics, and films. It is also used in detergents, as a coupling agent and as a surfactant. In the coatings industry, 1,2-Butylene Oxide is used as a curing agent and as an emulsifier.

1,2-Butylene Oxide is a highly flammable material and should be handled with extreme caution. It should be stored in a cool and dry place and should be kept away from heat, sparks and open flames.