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2-AMINO-2-METHYLPROPANE-1 3-DIOL [1 record]

Record 1 2011-08-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
C4H11NO2
formula, see observation
DEF

An amino glycol prepared by reduction of the corresponding nitro compound [that is used in] the synthesis of surface-active agents, vulcanization accelerators, pharmaceuticals [and as an] emulsifying agent for cosmetic creams and lotions, mineral oil and paraffin wax emulsions ...

OBS

2-amino-2-methylpropane-1,3-diol: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

Chemical formula: C4H11NO2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C4H11NO2
formula, see observation
OBS

Solide incolore, inodore, [...] soluble dans eau, alcools. Utilisation : agent émulsifiant, agent neutralisant.

OBS

2-amino-2-méthylpropane-1,3-diol : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

A.M.P.D. : abréviation non officielle; ne pas l'utiliser seule, pour éviter tout risque de confusion.

OBS

Formule chimique : C4H11NO2

Spanish

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