tert-Butyl alcohol, systematically named 2-methyl-2-propanol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C₄H₁₀O and CAS number 75-65-0. It is one of the four isomers of butanol; at room temperature, it appears as a colorless, transparent liquid or as crystals and has a camphor-like odor.

PRODUCT USAGE

Organic solvent: Widely used as a solvent for coatings, pharmaceuticals, inks, and resins; often used as a substitute for n-butanol.

Chemical raw material:

Intermediate: Used in the production of isobutylene, methyl methacrylate, tert-butylphenol, tert-butylamine, etc.

Derivative: Can be used to prepare potassium tert-butoxide, a strong base frequently employed in organic synthesis for condensation, rearrangement, and ring-opening reactions.

Pharmaceuticals and Agrochemicals:

Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fragrances, and as a solubilizer for freeze-dried formulations of poorly soluble drugs.

Agrochemical Raw Materials: Serves as an important intermediate for insecticides (such as buprofezin) and herbicides (such as butralin).

Other Uses: Used as a fuel additive (antiknock agent) for internal combustion engines, a reagent for chromatographic analysis, and a raw material for denatured alcohol.