2-(Hydroxymethyl)butane-1,4-diol

Ref. 3D-FH179221

Product Information

• Name: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)butane-1,4-diol
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)butane-1,4-diol is a carbonyl group with a molecular formula of C4H10O2. It has a carboxylic acid functional group and two hydroxyl groups. This molecule has an average diameter of 112.0 pm and a boiling point of 98 °C at standard pressure. The reaction products from the hydrolysis of 2-(hydroxymethyl)butane-1,4-diol are formaldehyde, hydrogen fluoride, and trifluoroacetic acid. The efficient method for synthesizing 2-(hydroxymethyl)butane-1,4-diol is by reacting trifluoroacetic acid with formaldehyde and hydrogen fluoride in the presence of a catalyst such as titanium tetrachloride. The particle size of this molecule can be controlled by thermal treatment or by reacting it with particles such as silica gel or calcium carbonate.; ; The reaction

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 120.15 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₁₂O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid