Appearance: Colorless viscous oily liquid
Density: 1.0171 (20/4°C)
Molecular Weight: 90.12
Refractive Index: 1.445–1.446
Melting Point: 20.2°C
1,4-Butanediol (BDO) is a crucial raw material in organic and fine chemical industries. It serves as the foundational component for producing:
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT): A high-performance engineering plastic and fiber, ranked among the top five most promising engineering plastics.
Tetrahydrofuran (THF): A key organic solvent. When polymerized, THF yields Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG), the primary material for manufacturing spandex (Lycra fiber), widely used in high-end sportswear, swimwear, and elastic knitwear.
γ-Butyrolactone (GBL): A downstream product of BDO, used to synthesize 2-pyrrolidone and N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP). These further derive high-value products like vinylpyrrolidone and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), extensively applied in pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Packaging: 200 kg iron drums or 50 kg plastic drums.
Storage & Transport: Non-flammable; handle as general chemicals. Store in a dry, ventilated area.
Shelf Life: 2 years.