The major application of methyl isobutyl carbinol is in the manufacture of lube-oil additives, followed by its use as a flotation frother in treating copper ore and ores of other metals. Use as a solvent in surface coatings comprises a minor portion of MIBC consumption.
Also known as: CAS No. 108-11-2, EC No. 203-551-7, Methyl isobutyl carbinol, MIBC, DOW methyl isobutyl carbinol, 4-Methyl pentan-2-ol, Isobutyl methyl carbinol, 1,3-Dimethyl butanol, 4-Methyl-2-amyl alcohol, 4-Methyl-2-pentanol