1,4 Butanediol

A colorless, organic liquid derived from butane by placement of alcohol groups at each end of the chain. 1,4 Butanediol is one of four stable isomers of butanediol. In the presence of phosphoric acid and high temperature, it dehydrates to the important solvent tetrahydrofuran (THF). Uses: Coatings, ink, adhesives, plastics, rubber. 1,4-Butanediol is used industrially as a solvent and in the manufacture of some types of plastics and fibers.

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Abbreviation	1,4-BDO
Synonyms	1,4-BDO, 1,4-Butanediol 1,4-butylene glycol butylene glycol, 1,4-Butylene glycol, 1,4-Dihydroxybutane, 1,4-Tetramethylene glycol, BDO, 1,4BD
Package	Drums
CAS No	110-63-4

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