METHYL ISOBUTYL CARBINOL (MIBC)
Methyl isobutyl carbinol is a colourless, stable liquid with a medium odor. It has a good solvent power for dissolving oils, waxes, gums, natural resins and cellulose.
- Other Names
- MIBC, 4-methyl-2-pentanol, Methyl isobutyl carbinol, Methyl amyl alcohol, Isobutyl methyl methanol, 1,3-dimethylbutanol
- Chemical Formula
- C6H14O
- CAS No
- 108-11-2
- Molar Mass
- 102.18 g/mol
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Assay | 99 % - min |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Colour (APHA) | 10 - max |
| Specific Gravity @ 20 °C | 0.806 – 0.809 |
| Acidity As Acetic Acid | 0.005 %- max |
| Water Content | 0.1 % - max |
| Non Volatile Matter (mg/100 ml) | 5 - max |
| Carbonyl Content | 0.1 % - max |
Applications:
In the production of lube oil additives. Used in the pharmaceutical applications, for the extraction of vitamins and minerals, as wetting agents in lithographic printing and as chemical intermediates.
As a frother in the flotation process in the mining of ores, such as copper and molybdenum sulphide, as well as coal.
In the production of anti-wear and corrosion inhibitors – such as in the manufacture of brake fluid – and as a precursor to some plasticizers. Process solvent for soaps. Chemical intermediate for higher alcohols, surfactants.
Solvent for nitrocellulose and ethylcellulose lacquers. Extraction solvent for essential oils for flavours/fragrances.
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