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What is another name for isobutanol (CAS 78 83 1)?

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What is another name for isobutanol (CAS 78 83 1)?

Another name for isobutanol is isobutyl alcohol.

formal IUPAC name is 2-methylpropan-1-ol

synonyms:

  • IBA (an abbreviation)
  • Iso butanol
  • 1-hydroxymethylpropane
  • Isopropyl carbinol
  • 2-methylpropyl alcohol

 

 

Isobutanol Structural Formula: (CH₃)₂CHCH₂OH

 

Isobutanol Structure

 

What are the properties of Isobutanol CAS 78-83-1?

 

Property Description
Chemical Formula C₄H₁₀O
CAS Number 78-83-1
Molar Mass 74.12 g/mol
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Sweet, musty, alcoholic
Density 0.802 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)
Melting Point -108 °C (-162 °F)
Boiling Point 107.89 °C (226 °F)

 

What is isobutanol CAS 78-83-1 used for?

Isobutanol (isobutyl alcohol) is an organic synthetic raw material used in the manufacture of antioxidant 2,6-di-tert-butyl-p-cresol, isobutyl acetate (a paint solvent), plasticisers, synthetic rubber, artificial musk, fruit essential oils, synthetic drugs and so on. Isobutanol IBA can also be used to purify strontium, barium and lithium salts and as an advanced solvent. According to GB 2760-2014, it is a permitted edible spice.

 

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