Description

2-Methyl-1-Butanol is a versatile primary alcohol widely used as a high-value intermediate and solvent in industrial synthesis. Its branched-chain structure offers distinct solvency properties and reactivity, making it a critical component for producing flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing esters used in artificial fruit flavors and perfumes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate and solvent in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Solvent: Used in coatings, resins, and cleaning formulations where specific evaporation rates and solvency power are required.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of pesticides and herbicides as a reaction medium and intermediate.
• Plasticizer and Stabilizer Precursor: Used to manufacture additives for polymers and plastics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and process development laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1-Butanol
CAS No.	137-32-6
Molecular Formula	C5H12O
Molecular Weight	88.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Active Amyl Alcohol; 2-Methylbutan-1-ol; dl-2-Methyl-1-butanol; (±)-2-Methyl-1-butanol; Primary Active Amyl Alcohol; Butanol, 2-methyl-; 1-Butanol, 2-methyl-
EINECS	205-289-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-1-Butanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and fine chemical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure consistency and reliability for your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.408 - 1.412
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.815 - 0.820

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.