531537

1,2-Epoxy-2-methylpropane

97%

• Synonym(s): 1,2-Epoxy-isobutane, 2,2-Dimethyloxirane, Isobutylene oxide
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₄H₈O
• CAS Number: 558-30-5
• Molecular Weight: 72.11
• EC Number: 209-193-8
• MDL number: MFCD00066354
• UNSPSC Code: 12162002
• PubChem Substance ID: 24877823
• NACRES: NA.23

Properties

• Assay: 97%
• refractive index: n20/D 1.374 (lit.)
• bp: 50-51 °C (lit.)
• density: 0.812 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• SMILES string: CC1(C)CO1
• InChI: 1S/C4H8O/c1-4(2)3-5-4/h3H2,1-2H3
• InChI key: GELKGHVAFRCJNA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

1,2-Epoxy-2-methylpropaneis a versatile epoxide monomer that is used to prepare polyether-based polymers.These polymers can be used in the production of hydrogels and other polymericmaterials that are used in drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, andmedical devices. Additionally, 1,2-epoxy-2-methylpropane can beused to modify existing polymer backbones for enhancing their biocompatibilityand performance in biomedical applications.

Application

1,2-Epoxy-2-methylpropane can be used in the synthesis of novel semicrystalline polyesters through copolymerization with cyclic anhydrides. These polyesters exhibit desirable thermal properties, including high melting temperatures and enhanced mechanical strength. These properties make them suitable for various applications including tissue engineering, surgical implants, and bioelectronics.

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS02,GHS08,GHS05
• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements: H225,H314,H341,H351
• Precautionary Statements: P202 - P210 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338
• Hazard Classifications: Carc. 2 - Flam. Liq. 2 - Muta. 2 - Skin Corr. 1C
• Storage Class Code: 3 - Flammable liquids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): -26.5 °F
• Flash Point(C): -32.5 °C
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves