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isobutyl alcohol

chemical compound
Also known as: 2-methyl-1-propanol
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Isobutyl alcohol is one of four organic compounds with the molecular formula C4H9OH, alongside n-butyl alcohol, sec-butyl alcohol, and tert-butyl alcohol. It has important industrial uses as a solvent and in the production of plasticizers. Its esters are also utilized in fruit flavorings. Isobutyl alcohol can be produced through the hydroformylation of propylene, followed by reduction. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature with a melting point of -108 °C and a boiling point of 108 °C. It is soluble in water to the extent of 10.0%. Isobutyl alcohol is also known as isopentyl alcohol, isoamyl alcohol, or isobutylcarbinol.123

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