Isobutanol appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sweet odor. Less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Isobutanol is an alkyl alcohol that is propan-1-ol substituted by a methyl group at position 2. It has a role as a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite. It is a primary alcohol and an alkyl alcohol. It derives from a hydride of an isobutane.

1. Organic Synthesis：Preparation of isobutyl acetate, isobutylamine, plasticizers, petroleum additives, antioxidants (e.g. BHT), raw materials for coatings and resins.

2. Solvent Applications：Used in coatings, inks, adhesives and cleaning agents; also as an extraction agent for pharmaceuticals and fragrances.

3. Industrial Additives：Gasoline additives, anti-wear / anti-corrosion agents for lubricating oils, pesticide intermediates, components of floor polishes.

4. Food & Daily Chemicals：Food-grade product can be used as edible flavor (FEMA 2179), solvent and fragrance raw material for daily chemical products.