Chinese Name:

Dibutyl carbonate;
Di-n-butyl carbonate;
Carbonic acid di-n-butyl ester

English Name:

Carbonic acid, dibutyl ester

Alias:

dibutyl carbonate;
carbonic acid dibutyl ester;
Carbonic acid,dibutyl ester

Molecular Structure:

Molecular Formula:

C₉H₁₈O₃

Molecular Weight:

174.24

Density

0.932g/cm3

Boiling Point

207.2oC at 760mmHg

Melting Point

< 25oC

Flash Point

76oC

Appearance

Liquid

Storage Conditions

Store under inert gas; avoid moisture (decomposes)

CAS Registry Number:

542-52-9

Physical and Chemical Properties

Property Description:

Colorless liquid with a mild odor. Insoluble in water.

Other Information

Applications:

Used as a solvent and as a raw material for polycarbonates.