MTBE

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MTBE Specification

Appearance
Colorless liquid

HS Code
2909.19

Storage
Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated area away from heat or open flames

Poisonous
YES

Physical Form
Liquid

Smell
Distinctive hydrocarbon-like

CAS No
1634-04-4

Molecular Formula
C5H12O

Refractive Rate
1.369

Usage
Primarily blended in fuel formulations also used in the production of plastics and other organic compounds

Molecular Weight
88.15 g/mol

Density
0.740 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Shelf Life
Indefinite under proper storage conditions

EINECS No
216-653-1

Shape
Not applicable (liquid form)

Ingredients
Methyl tert-butyl ether

Properties
Highly flammable volatile with good solvency and blending characteristics

Purity
Typically above 95%

Grade
Industrial grade fuel-grade

Melting Point
-109 °C

Structural Formula
C(CH3)3-O-CH3

Ph Level
Neutral (does not apply directly to non-aqueous systems)

Taste
Slightly sweet

Application
Used as an octane booster in gasoline to improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions also used as a solvent in industrial applications

Solubility
Moderately soluble in water (4.8 g/L at 25 °C) highly soluble in organic solvents

About MTBE

MTBE

Joshi Chem are Contract Manufacturer, Exporter and Distributers of various Chemicals & Solvents. More then 500 products are ready available & supply as per specification require by client in all grades. Quality Supply With Customer Satisfaction - Since 1971.

FAQs of MTBE:

Q: What is MTBE used for?

A: MTBE is used as an octane booster in gasoline to improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions. It is also used as a solvent in industrial applications.

Q: What are the properties of MTBE?

A: MTBE is a colorless, highly flammable liquid with a slightly sweet taste and a distinctive hydrocarbon-like smell. It has good solvency and blending characteristics.