Alcohol Isoamylique
Product Description
Alcohol isoamylique, also known as isopentyl alcohol or 3-methyl-1-butanol, is a chemical compound with various industrial applications.
Product:
Alcohol Isoamylique
CAS:
123-51-3
Synonym:
Isoamyl alcohol; Isopentyl alcohol; 3-Methyl-1-butanol
Structure:
Typical Characteristics
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Boiling point
130 °C
Density
0.809 g/cm3
Flash Point
43.5 °C
Melting point
−117 °C
Molecular Weight
88.15
Odor
Mild, choking alcohol odor
Purity
≥99%
Refractive index
1.406
Uses, Applications & Markets
Key applications
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Alcohol Isoamylique used in many
industry applications
Alcohol isoamylique, also known as isopentyl alcohol or 3-methyl-1-butanol, is a chemical compound with various industrial applications. Here are some of its uses:
- Solvent: Alcohol isoamylique is used as a solvent in various industrial processes, including the extraction of natural products, the formulation of paints, coatings, and inks, and as a cleaning agent in laboratories and manufacturing facilities.
- Flavoring Agent: It is employed as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry, imparting a fruity and banana-like aroma to certain products, such as artificial flavorings, liqueurs, and fruit-flavored beverages.
- Intermediate in Chemical Synthesis: Alcohol isoamylique serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemicals, including esters, plasticizers, surfactants, and pharmaceuticals.
- Perfumery: It is used in the production of perfumes and fragrances, contributing to the creation of floral and fruity scent profiles.
- Organic Reactions: Alcohol isoamylique is utilized in organic chemistry reactions, such as esterification, to produce esters for fragrance and flavor applications.
- Dehydrating Agent: It can act as a dehydrating agent in certain reactions due to its ability to form azeotropes with water.
- Extractive Distillation: Alcohol isoamylique is used in extractive distillation processes to separate mixtures of substances with similar boiling points.