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1,4-Butanediol divinyl ether

98%

Synonym(s):

1,4-Bis(vinyloxy)butane, 1,4-Butylene glycol divinyl ether, 1,4-Divinyloxybutane

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Linear Formula:
(-CH2CH2OCH=CH2)2
CAS Number:
3891-33-6
Molecular Weight:
142.20
EC Number:
223-437-0
MDL number:
MFCD00026065
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
24847558
NACRES:
NA.23

Quality Level

100

Assay

98%

refractive index

n20/D 1.444 (lit.)

bp

62-64 °C/10 mmHg (lit.)

mp

−8 °C (lit.)

density

0.898 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

C=COCCCCOC=C

InChI

1S/C8H14O2/c1-3-9-7-5-6-8-10-4-2/h3-4H,1-2,5-8H2

InChI key

MWZJGRDWJVHRDV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

1,4-Butanediol divinyl ether is widely used as across-linking agent to synthesize polymeric membranes, copolymer networks, and microspheres. For example, it can be used as a precursor to synthesize electrolyte membranes for fuel cell applications and thermally expandable microspheres.

Application

  • Comparative physicochemical analysis among 1, 4-butanediol diglycidyl ether cross-linked hyaluronic acid dermal fillers: This study explores the properties of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers cross-linked with 1,4-butanediol diglycidyl ether, focusing on their physicochemical characteristics and performance in cosmetic applications (Zerbinati et al., 2021).
  • In-depth characterization of 1, 4-butanediol diglycidyl ether substituted hyaluronic acid hydrogels: An investigation into the properties of hyaluronic acid hydrogels modified with 1,4-butanediol diglycidyl ether, providing insights into their structural and functional enhancements (Zhang et al., 2023).
  • Highly Branched Poly(5-amino-1-pentanol-co-1,4-butanediol diacrylate) for High Performance Gene Transfection: Discusses the synthesis and application of a novel branched polymer for gene delivery, highlighting the role of 1,4-butanediol diacrylate in enhancing transfection efficiency (Zeng et al., 2017).
  • Tuning thermal, morphological, and physicochemical properties of thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPUs): This study examines the effects of substituting 1,4-butanediol in the synthesis of TPUs, aiming to improve their mechanical properties and performance (Ernzen et al., 2022).
  • Cyclodehydration of 1, 4-butanediol over Zr-Al Catalysts: Focuses on the catalytic transformation of 1,4-butanediol to tetrahydrofuran, a critical industrial solvent and intermediate, using zirconium-aluminum catalysts (Li & Chen, 2019).

Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H226,H317,H411

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 2 - Flam. Liq. 3 - Skin Sens. 1B

Supplementary Hazards

EUH019

WGK

WGK 2

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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