IBIB Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

1. Product Identification

Product Name	Isobutyl Isobutyrate (IBIB)
CAS Number	97-85-8
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
HS Code	29159000
UN Number	UN2528
Hazard Class	Class 3 — Flammable Liquid

2. Quality Specifications

Parameter	Specification	Typical Value
Appearance	Colorless, transparent, no impurities	Pass
IBIB Content	≥ 99.5%	99.48 – 99.59%
Color (Pt-Co)	≤ 15	10
Acidity	≤ 0.01%	0.003%
Moisture	≤ 0.05%	0.03%
Density (20°C)	0.84 – 0.86 g/cm³	0.85 g/cm³

Electronic grade (≥ 99.7% purity) available on request. Metal ion control data provided with COA.

3. Physical Properties

Property	Value
Boiling Point	148.6°C
Melting Point	−80.6°C
Flash Point	40°C (Tag closed cup)
Auto-Ignition Temperature	432°C
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.398
Relative Density	0.874
Water Solubility (20°C)	1 g/L

4. Typical Applications

Application	Function
Automotive refinish coatings	Retarder solvent, anti-blushing
Plastic coatings (PC/ABS)	Substrate-compatible solvent, reduces substrate attack
Wood & furniture coatings	Retarder solvent in NC lacquers
2K polyurethane systems	Moisture barrier solvent (low water solubility)
High-solids coatings	Viscosity reduction, leveling improvement
Electrostatic spray systems	Resistivity adjustment (high electrical resistance)
Ink & adhesives	Resin dissolution, drying rate control
Electronic auxiliary use	High-purity process solvent

5. Available Grades

Grade	Purity	Key Differentiator
Industrial Grade	≥ 99.5%	Standard coatings and general industrial use
Electronic Grade	≥ 99.7%	Tighter metal ion and moisture control for semiconductor-adjacent applications

6. Packaging

Option	Net Weight
Steel drum	190 kg/drum
IBC tote	830 kg/tote

All packaging meets UN2528 Class 3 dangerous goods transport requirements. Custom packaging available on request.

7. Storage & Handling

Storage Temperature	≤ 30°C, cool, dry, ventilated area
Shelf Life	12 months from date of manufacture (sealed, proper storage)
Keep Away From	Oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases
Precautions	Keep sealed, avoid direct sunlight, ground containers during transfer

8. Transport Information

UN Number	UN2528
Hazard Class	3 (Flammable Liquid)
Packing Group	III
HS Code	29159000
Export Terms	FOB Shanghai / Chinese main ports. CIF available on request.

9. Production Time

Raw material in stock	~2 working days
Raw material procurement needed	~7 working days
FOB port	Shanghai / Chinese main ports

Production time is measured from order confirmation to goods ready. Total FOB lead time (including QC, documentation, and container scheduling) is 7–10 working days. See our product page for commercial terms.

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The information contained in this Technical Data Sheet is based on data considered accurate at the time of publication. Aldoryx makes no warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy or completeness of this information. Users should conduct their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their specific application. This document does not constitute a specification and is subject to revision without notice.

Technical Data Sheet — IBIB