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2-Methyl-1-butene

98%

Synonym(s):

γ-Isoamylene, 1-Isoamylene, 2-Methyl-1-butylene

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
CH3CH2C(CH3)=CH2
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
70.13
Beilstein:
505975
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.22

vapor pressure

9.98 psi ( 20 °C)

Quality Level

Assay

98%

form

liquid

refractive index

n20/D 1.378 (lit.)

bp

31 °C (lit.)

mp

−137 °C (lit.)

density

0.65 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

CCC(C)=C

InChI

1S/C5H10/c1-4-5(2)3/h2,4H2,1,3H3

InChI key

MHNNAWXXUZQSNM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Reactivity of 2-methyl-1-butene in the etherification reaction with ethanol catalyzed by a strongly acidic macroreticular resin catalyst has been investigated. Kinetics and mechanism of addition of hydrogen and deuterium chloride to 2-methyl-1-butene in nitromethane has been investigated.

Application


  • Combustion Properties Analysis: A detailed study on the combustion properties of a gasoline-like blend of pentene isomers, including 2-Methyl-1-butene, provided insights into laminar flame speed, ignition delay time, and CO laser absorption, aiding in the optimization of fuel formulations for enhanced engine performance (Gregoire et al., 2023).

  • Hydrogenation Mechanism Study: Research utilizing the parahydrogen-induced polarization technique explored the mechanisms of methylenecyclobutane hydrogenation over supported metal catalysts, with 2-Methyl-1-butene serving as a key intermediate, offering potential advancements in catalytic process development (Salnikov et al., 2022).

  • Reaction Kinetics with Hydrogen Atoms: An extensive theoretical study examined the reactions of hydrogen atoms with small alkenes, including 2-Methyl-1-butene, shedding light on the hierarchical reaction mechanisms crucial for understanding and designing better chemical synthesis processes (Power et al., 2021).

  • Ozonolysis of Asymmetric Alkenes: A study on the ozonolysis of asymmetric alkenes, including 2-Methyl-1-butene, used matrix isolation and FT-IR spectroscopy to investigate the chemical pathways, providing valuable insights into atmospheric chemistry and pollutant degradation (Wang et al., 2020).

Pictograms

Flame

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. 1

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

-34.6 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

-37 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Etherification rates of 2-methyl-2-butene and 2-methyl-1-butene with ethanol for environmentally clean gasoline production.
Oktar N, et al.
Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, 74(2), 155-161 (1999)
Kinetics and mechanism of addition of acids to olefins. III. Addition of hydrogen chloride to 2-methyl-1-butene, 2-methyl-2-butene, and isoprene in nitromethane.
Pocker Y, et al.
Journal of the American Chemical Society, 91(15), 4199-4205 (1969)

Protocols

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