1,3-Butadiene (vinyl ethylene): Overview
Description
1,3-Butadiene is a chemical made from the processing of petroleum. Most of the 1,3-Butadiene manufactured is used in the production of synthetic rubber. It is also used in the production of plastics and acrylics. These synthetic materials are used to manufacture automotive tyres and tyre products, automotive hoses, belts, seals, and gaskets. It is also used as a chemical intermediate in the production of some fungicides, and in the manufacture of latex adhesives, nylon carpet backing, paper coatings, pipes, conduits, electrical components and luggage. Small levels of 1,3-Butadiene are found in petrol.
Substance details
Substance name: 1,3-Butadiene (vinyl ethylene)
CASR number: 106-99-0
Molecular formula: C4H6
Synonyms: Butadiene, vinyl ethylene, biethylene, pyrrolyene, Buta-1,3-diene, bivinyl, alpha-gamma-butadiene, erythrene, divinyl, trans-butadiene, buta-1,3-dieen
Physical properties
Colourless gas with a mild aroma like petrol. It is not soluble in water, but is soluble in most organic solvents.
Melting Point: -108.9°C
Boiling Point: -4.4°C
Vapour Density: 1.88
Chemical properties
Non-corrosive, explosive, flammable.
Further information
The National Pollutant Inventory (NPI) holds data for all sources of 1,3-Butadiene emissions in Australia.
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