2-Methyl-2-propanol

At a glance

2-Methyl-2-propanol (tert‑butanol) is a synthetically produced tertiary alcohol made by hydration of isobutylene; it offers a mild, sweet, alcoholic note and is chiefly used as a solvent or fixative in fragrances.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthetic, derived from isobutylene hydration (petrochemical)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Alcohol
CAS number
75-65-0
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01