CAS Number:75‑65‑0
Synonyms:tert‑Butyl alcohol; 2‑Methyl‑2‑propanol; trimethyl‑carbinol
Chemical Formula:(CH₃)₃COH
Product Introduction
A colorless liquid (or solid below ~23 °C) with a camphor-like odor. Fully miscible with water and organics. Commonly used as a solvent, paint remover, ethanol denaturant, and chemical intermediate in fuel additives like MTBE and ETBE.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear liquid (solidifies below 23–26 °C) |
| Odor | Camphor-like |
| Density | ~0.775 g/mL @ 25 °C |
| Melting Point | ~23–26 °C |
| Boiling Point | ~82–84 °C |
| Flash Point | ~11–12 °C closed cup |
| Vapor Pressure | ~46 mmHg @ 25 °C |
| Solubility | Fully miscible with water, ethanol, ether |
| TLV–TWA | ~100 ppm (ACGIH) |