CAS 75-85-4: 2-Methyl-2-butanol
Description:2-Methyl-2-butanol, also known as tert-amyl alcohol, is a branched-chain alcohol characterized by its molecular formula C5H12O. It features a hydroxyl (-OH) functional group attached to a tertiary carbon, which significantly influences its chemical properties. This compound is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and is soluble in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, although its solubility is limited compared to smaller alcohols. 2-Methyl-2-butanol has a relatively low boiling point and is less dense than water. It is used as a solvent in various industrial applications and can also serve as an intermediate in organic synthesis. The compound exhibits moderate toxicity, and appropriate safety measures should be taken when handling it. Its reactivity includes participation in dehydration reactions and can undergo oxidation to form ketones or aldehydes. Overall, 2-Methyl-2-butanol is an important compound in organic chemistry and industrial processes, valued for its unique structural characteristics and functional versatility.
Formula:C5H12O
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H12O/c1-4-5(2,3)6/h6H,4H2,1-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=MSXVEPNJUHWQHW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:OC(C)(C)CC
- Synonyms:
- 1,1-Dimethyl-1-propanol
- 2-Ethyl-2-propanol
- 2-Hydroxy-2-methylbutane
- 2-Methyl-2-butanol
- 2-Methyl-2-hydroxybutane
- 2-Methylbutan-2-ol
- 2-Methylbutane-2-Ol
- 2-Metilbutan-2-Ol
- Amylene Hydrate
- Butan-2-Ol, 2-Methyl-
- See more synonyms
- Dimethylethylcarbinol
- Ethyldimethylcarbinol
- Nsc 25498
- Tert-Amyl Alcohol
- t-Amyl Alcohol
- tert-Pentanol
- tert-Pentyl alcohol
- 2-Butanol, 2-methyl-

tert-Amyl Alcohol
Ref: 3B-P0059
25ml | 28.00 € | ||
500ml | 46.00 € |

2-Methyl-2-butanol, 98%
Ref: 02-A18304
10l | To inquire | ||
500ml | 63.00 € | ||
2500ml | 183.00 € |

tert-Amyl alcohol
Ref: 7W-GX9475
Undefined size | To inquire |

VOC Mixture 243 2000-80000 µg/mL in Methanol, Second source
Controlled ProductRef: 04-A50000243ME
1ml | 203.00 € |

ASTM Method D4815 Quantitative Peak Mixture
Controlled ProductRef: 04-GS09000186
5x1ml | 213.00 € |

2-Methyl-2-butanol
Controlled ProductRef: 04-C15084410
1ml | 50.00 € |

2-Methyl-2-butanol, 99%, pure
Ref: AC-16662
1l | 110.00 € | ||
10l | 512.00 € | ||
2500ml | 229.00 € |

ASTM Method D4815 Quantitative Peak ID Mixture 4.00-7.30 % (w/w)
Controlled ProductRef: 04-GA09000975
1ml | To inquire |

2-Methyl-2-butanol 100 µg/mL in Acetonitrile
Ref: 04-A15084410AL-100
1ml | To inquire |

tert-Amyl alcohol
Ref: 54-OR937050
500ml | 193.00 € |

Ref: 10-R00313
25ml | 186.00 € | ||
100ml | 54.00 € | ||
500ml | 65.00 € |

1,1-Dimethyl-1-propanol
Controlled ProductRef: TR-D470830
10ml | 256.00 € | ||
100ml | 292.00 € |

ASTM Method D4815 Retention Time Mixture
Controlled ProductRef: 04-GS09000849
5x1ml | Discontinued | Request information |

2-Methyl-2-butanol
Ref: 3D-FM34578
1kg | Discontinued | Request information | |
2kg | Discontinued | Request information | |
5kg | Discontinued | Request information | |
250g | Discontinued | Request information | |
500g | Discontinued | Request information |