| Formula / Notation | C5H12O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1634-04-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 88.15 |
| Melting Point | -164.2 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 131.4 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.7405 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | Solubility of water in methyl t-butyl ether: 1.5 g/100 g; unstable in acid solution |
| Appearance | Methyl tert-butyl ether appears as a colorless liquid with a distinctive anesthetic-like odor. Vapors are heavier than air and narcotic (cause drowsiness when inhaled). This liquid has a flash poin... |
| Also Known As | 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane; tert-Butyl methyl ether; 1634-04-4; 2-Methoxy-2-methylpropane; MTBE; Methyl t-butyl ether; Propane, 2-methoxy-2-methyl-; T-BUTYL METHYL ETHER; 2-Methyl-2-methoxypropane; Methyl tertiary-butyl ether |
| Category | Solvents |
What is Methyl tert-butyl ether?
Methyl tert-butyl ether is an ether having methyl and tert-butyl as the two alkyl components. It has a role as a metabolite, a non-polar solvent and a fuel additive.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane
Other Names / Synonyms: 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane; tert-Butyl methyl ether; 1634-04-4; 2-Methoxy-2-methylpropane; MTBE; Methyl t-butyl ether; Propane, 2-methoxy-2-methyl-; T-BUTYL METHYL ETHER; 2-Methyl-2-methoxypropane; Methyl tertiary-butyl ether
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -164.2 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 131.4 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.7405 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 88.15 |
| Solubility | Solubility of water in methyl t-butyl ether: 1.5 g/100 g; unstable in acid solution |
| Appearance | Methyl tert-butyl ether appears as a colorless liquid with a distinctive anesthetic-like odor. Vapors are heavier than air and narcotic (cause drowsiness when inhaled). This liquid has a flash poin... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Methyl tert-butyl ether is an ether having methyl and tert-butyl as the two alkyl components. It has a role as a metabolite, a non-polar solvent and a fuel additive.
Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.
Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Methyl tert-butyl ether is: C5H12O