4-Butoxybutanol is used in the synthesis of biomedical polyurethane for application as scaffold materials.Alternate Name:4-Butoxy-1-butanol; 4-Butyloxybutan-1-ol; Butylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether; Tetramethylene Glycol monobutyl EtherCAS Number:4161-24-4Molecular Formula:C₈H₁₈O₂Molecular Weight:146.23Purity: ≥97%Form:Supplied as a clear, colorless oil.Solubility:Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)Method for Determining Identity:Proton NMR (CDCL3) and Mass Spectrometric AnalysisTLC Conditions:SiO2; Hexane: Ethyl Acetate = 6:4; Visualized with AMCS and KMnO4; Single spot, Rf=0.4Elemental Analysis:Calculated: %C: 65.71, %H: 12.41Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
