Butan‑2‑Ol Pure 2.5L (2‑Butanol / sec‑Butyl Alcohol, Laboratory Reagent Grade)

Butan‑2‑Ol Pure 2.5L, also known as 2‑Butanol, sec‑Butyl Alcohol, or sec‑Butanol, is a high‑quality Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade alcohol supplied for use in educational science laboratories. This clear, colourless liquid is commonly used in organic chemistry teaching to illustrate the structure and behaviour of secondary alcohols.

Supplied in a generous 2.5 litre container, this product is suitable for regular use in school laboratories and preparation rooms. It carries UN Number 1120 and CAS Number 78‑92‑2. For safety and regulatory compliance, this chemical is sold exclusively to educational establishments and is intended for use by trained teachers and laboratory technicians.

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Key Features

• Pure Butan‑2‑Ol (2‑Butanol / sec‑Butyl Alcohol)
• Laboratory Reagent (LR) Grade
• 2.5L bottle – ideal for school science departments
• UN Number: 1120
• CAS Number: 78‑92‑2
• Clear, colourless secondary alcohol
• Supplied exclusively to educational establishments
• Login required to purchase

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Butan‑2‑Ol is particularly suitable for GCSE and A‑Level chemistry lessons, where students study organic compounds and the differences between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols. Its properties make it ideal for controlled, teacher‑led demonstrations and supervised practical investigations.

• Teaching the properties of secondary alcohols
• Comparing different alcohol structures within a homologous series
• Supporting organic chemistry topics such as oxidation reactions
• Demonstrations involving solvents and evaporation
• Technician preparation of experiments under COSHH‑controlled conditions

When used and stored correctly, Butan‑2‑Ol is a valuable educational chemical that supports effective teaching of organic chemistry while reinforcing good laboratory safety practice in school science environments.