Butanal LR 100ml (n-Butyraldehyde)

The Butanal LR 100ml, also known as n-Butyraldehyde, is a high-quality laboratory reagent (LR grade) commonly used in organic chemistry experiments. Supplied in a 100ml bottle, this compound is ideal for controlled use in school laboratories and advanced teaching environments.

Identified by CAS No: 123-72-8 and UN Number: 1129, butanal is an aldehyde widely used to demonstrate key concepts in organic chemistry, including oxidation reactions, functional group identification, and reaction mechanisms. Its reactivity makes it particularly useful for studying carbonyl chemistry.

This chemical is supplied exclusively to educational establishments and is intended for professional laboratory use under appropriate supervision and safety procedures.

Key Features

• 100ml bottle – suitable for school laboratory use
• High-quality Laboratory Reagent (LR grade)
• Also known as n-Butyraldehyde
• CAS Number: 123-72-8
• UN Number: 1129
• Member of the aldehyde (carbonyl) family
• Suitable for organic chemistry experiments
• Reliable and consistent quality for educational use

Important Purchasing & Safety Information

• Available only to educational establishments
• Login required to purchase this chemical
• Orders shipped to verified school addresses only
• Due to courier regulations, this product is non-returnable
• Must be handled in accordance with COSHH regulations and appropriate laboratory safety procedures

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Suitable for A-Level chemistry, butanal is a valuable reagent for teaching advanced organic chemistry concepts. It is particularly useful for:

• Studying aldehydes and carbonyl compounds
• Demonstrating oxidation reactions (e.g. aldehyde to carboxylic acid)
• Investigating functional group identification tests (such as Tollens’ or Fehling’s tests)
• Exploring organic reaction mechanisms
• Supporting practical work in organic synthesis and analysis

Reliable and versatile, Butanal is an essential reagent for advanced chemistry teaching, helping students develop a deeper understanding of organic chemical reactions.