What type of alcohol is isobutyl alcohol (CAS 78-83-1)?
Isobutyl alcohol , commonly known as Isobutanol , is an organic compound with the chemical formula C4H10O and a CAS number of 78-83-1. It is characterized as a colorless, flammable liquid with a distinct alcohol odor, placing it within the alcohol family.
Isobutyl alcohol is a primary alcohol and an alkyl alcohol. It is also classified as an aliphatic alcohol. The key feature is that the carbon atom bearing the hydroxyl (-OH) group (the -CH₂- group) is only attached to one other carbon atom.
What are the properties of isobutyl alcohol?
| CAS No.: | 71-36-3 |
|---|---|
| EC No.: | 200-751-6 |
| Linear Formula: | C₄H₁₀O |
| Molecular Weight: | 74.12 |
| Appearance: | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor: | Characteristic alcoholic odor |
| Melting Point: | -89.5 °C |
| Boiling point | 117.7 °C |
| Density: | 0.81 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Solubility: | Moderately soluble in water; highly miscible with most organic solvents. |
| Flash Point: | 35 °C |

Is isobutanol CAS 78-83-1 Toxic?
Isobutanol CAS 78-83-1 is flammable and can be harmful. Proper handling is essential.
Isobutyl Alcohol poses certain hazards to humans and the environment. It is a flammable liquid that will explode upon contact with open flames, high temperatures, and oxygen. Isobutanol is irritating and corrosive; contact with skin, eyes, and the respiratory tract can cause irritation and burns. When using or storing isobutanol, it is essential to avoid contact with sources of ignition and oxygen, and to take appropriate personal protective measures, such as wearing protective gloves, goggles, and a face shield. Waste disposal must comply with relevant regulations to prevent environmental pollution.
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