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2-Butoxynaphthalene
1. Basic Information
Name: 2-Butoxynaphthalene
Alias: 2-n-Butoxynaphthalene
CAS No.: 10484-56-7
Molecular Formula: C14H16O
Molecular Weight: 200.28
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow transparent oily liquid
- Odor: Soft floral and fruity fragrance
- Solubility: Soluble in CH3OH, C2H5OH, acetone, CHCl3 and mineral oils; insoluble in H2O
- Boiling Point: 286–290 °C
- Hygroscopicity: Non-hygroscopic under normal humidity
- Aqueous Characteristic: Hydrophobic neutral aromatic ether
Chemical Properties
- Molecular Structure: Naphthalene ring substituted with n-butoxy group at the 2-position
- Ether Stability: Stable under neutral and weak acid/alkali conditions; ether bond cleaved under strong acid heating
- Oxidation Performance: Gradually turns yellow upon long-term exposure to air and UV light
- Thermal Stability: Stable below 120 °C; slight decomposition at high boiling temperature
- Photostability: Sensitive to ultraviolet light, light induces oxidation impurities
- Compatibility: Compatible with most flavors, resins and oily solvents; incompatible with strong oxidants and concentrated strong acid
3. Main Application Fields
1. Synthetic Fragrance Raw Material (Core Application)
Fragrance modifier for jasmine, orange blossom, woody and fruit daily flavors; used in perfume, cream and shampoo
2. Fine Organic Synthetic Intermediate
Building block for preparing naphthalene-based dyes, fluorescent brighteners and optical materials
3. Analytical Reference Standard
HPLC reference substance for aromatic ether detection
4. Quality Specification Table
| Test Item | Standard Index |
| CAS Number | 10484-56-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C14H16O |
| Appearance | Pale yellow oily liquid |
| GC Purity | Fragrance Grade ≥99.0% |
| Water Content (KF) | ≤0.10% |
| Color (APHA) | ≤100 |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.10% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb1) | Fragrance Grade ≤10 ppm |
| Packaging | 200L amber lined iron drum / IBC tank |
| Storage Condition | Hermetically sealed in cool dark warehouse below 25 °C; isolate from light and oxidants |
| Transportation Requirement | Flammable aromatic ether liquid, sealed away from open flame |
| Shelf Life | 24 months under fully sealed packaging |
Safety Warning
Mild irritant oily liquid. Vapor irritates eyes and respiratory tract; long-term skin contact causes mild allergic dermatitis. Wear chemical-resistant gloves and protective goggles with sufficient ventilation during operation. Store away from fire and static electricity. Waste liquid belongs to flammable organic hazardous waste and requires centralized solvent recovery disposal.
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