Description
Butyl Alcohol (CAS 71-36-3) is a primary alcohol solvent used in coatings, plasticizers, and as a chemical intermediate. RightPath Industries supplies butyl alcohol in bulk alcohols and small-package quantities with lot control and same-day response. Request pricing today.
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Butyl Alcohol Chemical Properties
| Butyl Alcohol — Technical Data | |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 71-36-3 |
| Chemical Formula | C4H10O |
| Molecular Weight | 74.12 g/mol |
| Synonyms | n-Butanol, 1-butanol, butyl alcohol |
| Physical Form | Colorless liquid |
Available Grades
RightPath offers butyl alcohol in Standard/Production, ACS, USP, HPLC, and High Purity grades — matched to your application, from large-scale manufacturing to analytical laboratories. Request a quote for the grade and volume you need.
Common Applications
- Solvent for coatings and lacquers
- Plasticizer and glycol-ether production
- Cleaning and formulation
- Extractant and diluent
- Chemical intermediate
Industries Served
Butyl Alcohol supports coatings, plastics, and manufacturing. See all industries we serve.
Packaging & Supply
Available in gallons, pails, drums, totes, and bulk — packed to your specification and lot-controlled on request, with just-in-time inventory sequestered near your facility.
Why Source Butyl Alcohol from RightPath
Competitive bulk pricing, exact cross-referencing to your current spec, and 24/7 support. Explore related products such as other alcohols, solvents, or browse the complete product catalog.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades of butyl alcohol does RightPath offer?
Standard/Production, ACS, USP, HPLC, and High Purity.
Can I buy butyl alcohol in bulk?
Yes — from small packaging up to drums, totes, and bulk volumes. Contact us to set up supply.
What is butyl alcohol used for?
Used as a solvent for coatings and as a chemical intermediate.
Bulk Butyl Alcohol Pricing & Packaging
Bulk butyl alcohol pricing is customer-specific and quoted per gallon, by drum, or by tote based on volume, grade, packaging, and delivery location. Because RightPath Industries quotes each order directly, buyers are not paying a published list-price markup. The per-gallon cost decreases significantly as pack size increases from 5-gallon pails up to 55-gallon drums, 275-gallon IBC totes, and bulk tanker deliveries.
Butyl Alcohol is available for same-day quoting. RightPath Industries provides all-in delivered pricing with no hidden fees and responds to quote requests the same day.
Packaging options for butyl alcohol
RightPath supplies butyl alcohol in pails, 55-gallon drums, 275-gallon IBC totes, and bulk tanker, with custom packaging and repackaging available from small containers to bulk.
Bulk Butyl Alcohol Pricing FAQ
How much does bulk butyl alcohol cost?
Pricing is customer-specific and quoted daily based on volume, grade, packaging, and freight. RightPath Industries provides same-day bulk butyl alcohol quotes with all-in delivered pricing.
What is the cheapest way to buy butyl alcohol in bulk?
Larger pack sizes lower the per gallon cost. Drums, IBC totes, and bulk tanker orders deliver the lowest unit pricing.
How fast can I get a quote?
Same day. RightPath Industries answers quote requests within one business day, typically within hours.
Available Grades, Sizes and Packaging
Butyl Alcohol is supplied in the 12 grade, size and packaging combinations listed below. Pricing is quoted per order; contact RightPath Industries for current delivered pricing on any line.
| Grade | Size | Packaging | Catalog No. | Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Production | 5 Gallon | Pail | RPI-BUOH-5G | 42 |
| Production | 55 Gallon | Drum | RPI-BUOH-DRM | 460 |
| Production | 275 Gallon | Tote | RPI-BUOH-TOT | 2300 |
| Production | 4x1 gallon | Fluorinated Poly | 27 | |
| Production | 4x4 liter | Amber Glass | 29 | |
| ACS | 4x1 gallon | Fluorinated Poly | 331000ACSCSGF | 27 |
| ACS | 5 gallon | Metal w/ Rieke Spout | 331000ACSPL05M | 34 |
| ACS | 55 gallon | New Metal Drum | 331000ACSDM55M | 370 |
| USP/NF | 4x4 liter | Amber Glass | 331USP/NFCS4L | 28 |
| USP/NF | 55 gallon | New Metal Drum | 331USP/NFDM55M | 370 |
| ACS | 55 gallon | Metal Drum | 331000ACSCSGF | 372 |
| ACS | 5 gallon | Metal Pail | 331000ACSCSGF | 34 |
