Dibutyl Ether Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Di-N-Butyl Ether
- N-Butyl Ether
- 1-Butoxybutane
Dibutyl ether supplier in Malaysia for chemical processing, extraction, coatings and laboratory buyers. Also called di-n-butyl ether, n-butyl ether or 1-butoxybutane, it is a clear aliphatic ether solvent with longer working time than the much more volatile diethyl ether.
Commercial options include industrial and technical grades for routine plant solvent duty, plus high-purity material for controlled synthesis and laboratory work. The purchasing specification commonly controls assay, water, acidity, peroxide level and non-volatile residue rather than relying on the grade name alone.
Dibutyl ether is used as a reaction medium, extraction solvent and formulation component for selected resins, oils and specialty products. It is not n-butanol and it is not a glycol ether, so buyers should use the full identity and CAS number when a process document could otherwise be ambiguous.
Send the required grade, specification, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. A 160 kg commercial pack is a known option, while current availability, container format, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 142-96-1
- Formula
- C8H18O
- Grade
- industrial, technical, high-purity
- Appearance
- clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic ether odour
Dibutyl Ether grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial grade dibutyl ether | clear, colourless liquid | — | Process solvent for extraction, synthesis, resin and oil handling where a slower-evaporating aliphatic ether is specified. | A 160 kg commercial pack is a known option. Container format and current availability are confirmed with the quotation. |
| Technical grade dibutyl ether | clear, colourless liquid | — | General manufacturing, formulation and equipment-cleaning duty controlled by the buyer's limits for water, acidity, residue and ether purity. | Confirm the required commercial pack format with the quotation. |
| High-purity dibutyl ether | clear, colourless liquid with tighter impurity control | — | Laboratory extraction, reaction medium and controlled synthesis where water, peroxide and non-volatile residue limits are specified. | Confirm the required pack size and documentation with the quotation. |
How to buy dibutyl ether from ChemTrade
Request a quote for dibutyl ether
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic ether odour | — |
| Chemical identity | dibutyl ether, also called di-n-butyl ether or 1-butoxybutane | — |
| CAS number | 142-96-1 | — |
| Molecular formula | C8H18O | — |
| Water solubility | only slightly soluble in water and miscible with many organic solvents | — |
| Grade controls | assay, water, acidity, peroxide level and non-volatile residue confirmed against the required grade | — |
Dibutyl Ether applications
Safety and handling
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources and strong oxidisers. Ethers can form peroxides during storage, so follow the handling and storage guidance for the quoted grade. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
Common questions about dibutyl ether
Are dibutyl ether and di-n-butyl ether the same product?
Yes. Di-n-butyl ether makes the straight-chain butyl groups explicit, while dibutyl ether and 1-butoxybutane are common names for the same compound at CAS 142-96-1.
Is dibutyl ether the same as n-butanol?
No. Dibutyl ether has two butyl groups joined through one oxygen atom, while n-butanol is an alcohol with a hydroxyl group. Their solvency, evaporation behaviour and use in synthesis differ, so they should not be substituted without process approval.
How does dibutyl ether differ from diethyl ether?
Dibutyl ether has longer carbon chains and evaporates much more slowly than diethyl ether. Buyers choose it when the process needs an aliphatic ether with longer working time or a different extraction profile.
Which dibutyl ether grade should I request?
Industrial or technical grade suits general process, extraction and formulation duty. High-purity material is selected for controlled synthesis or laboratory work with tighter water, peroxide and residue limits.
Is 160 kg packing available for dibutyl ether?
A 160 kg commercial pack is recorded as a known option. Current pack format, availability and documentation are confirmed against the required grade and shipment quantity in the quotation.
What should a dibutyl ether price enquiry include?
Provide the grade, assay or impurity limits, application, quantity, delivery location and required documents. Mention the preferred pack size and timing so the offer can be matched to the complete requirement.