Isopentane (2-methylbutane) is an alkane: butane substituted by a methyl group at position 2. It is a colourless, volatile liquid with a pleasant, gasoline-like odour. It is used as a chemical intermediate, a solvent, a blowing agent for polystyrene and a gasoline additive.
Full specification
- Molecular formula
- C5H12
- Appearance
- Colourless, volatile liquid with a gasoline-like odour
- Synonyms
- 2-methylbutane
Compliance & regulatory
Region: EU — Chemotto S.r.l., Milano
- REACH-aligned supply
- CLP-labelled
REACH REACHRegistration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals — the EU chemicals regulation (EC 1907/2006). CLP CLPClassification, Labelling and Packaging — the EU regulation (EC 1272/2008) for hazard communication. SVHC SVHCSubstance of Very High Concern — flagged on the REACH Candidate List for possible authorisation or restriction.
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