.safetyRow { clear: both; } .safetyLeft { width: 210px; float: left; }Synonym: Isopentane CAS Number 78-78-4 Linear Formula CH3CH2CH(CH3)2 Molecular Weight 72.15  Beilstein Registry Number 1730723  EC Number 201-142-8  MDL number MFCD00009338  PubChem Substance ID 329758567 Properties: Related Categories Analytical Reagents, Analytical Reagents for General Use, Analytical/Chromatography, I-N, Puriss p.a., Puriss p.a. Description: Application 2-Methylbutane may be used in the following studies:• As starting reagent for the synthesis of isoprene. • Preparation of C5 and C6 alkyl nitrates. General description 2-Methylbutane (Isopentane) is a branched chain alkane. It undergoes bromination at 75°C to afford 2-bromo-2-methyl butane. Its Raman spectra in vapor and solid phases at low temperatures (-196°C) have been investigated. Safety: Symbol    GHS02, GHS07, GHS08, GHS09 Signal word  Danger Hazard statements  H224-H304-H336-H411 Precautionary statements  P210-P261-P273-P301 + P310-P331 Supplemental Hazard Statements  Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. RIDADR  UN1265 - class 3 - PG 1 - Pentanes WGK Germany  2 RTECS  EK4430000 Flash Point(F)  -59.8 °F Flash Point(C)  -51 °C