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2,3-Dimethylbutane, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
2,3-Dimethylbutane is a branched saturated hydrocarbon for proteomics research. It is used in organic synthesis, catalytic agent, petrochemical additive.
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2,3-Dimethylbutane is a branched saturated hydrocarbon for proteomics research. It is used in organic synthesis, catalytic agent, petrochemical additive.
Solubility
Soluble in water (1mg/ml @22°C), DMSO, ethanol, acetone.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, oxygen, ammonia.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -129°C |
Density | 0.662 |
Boiling Point | 57°C to 59°C |
Flash Point | −29°C (−20°F) |
Odor | Mild |
Refractive Index | 1.375 |
Quantity | 100 g |
UN Number | UN2457 |
Beilstein | 1730737 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water (1mg/ml @22°C),DMSO,ethanol,acetone. |
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Safety and Handling




- 2,3-Dimethylbutane
- Danger
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
- Aspiration toxicity Category 1
- Flammable liquid Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
- H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P331-Do NOT induce vomiting.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2,3-Dimethylbutane
RUO – Research Use Only
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