S2methyl3buten2ol

S2methyl3buten2ol, also known by its common name methylbutenol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C5H10O. It is an unsaturated alcohol. This compound is a colorless liquid at room temperature. Its structure features a hydroxyl group attached to a tertiary carbon atom, and a double bond located at the third position of a four-carbon chain, with a methyl group also attached to the second carbon.

S2methyl3buten2ol can be synthesized through various chemical reactions, including the Grignard reaction. It is found naturally in some essential oils and is also a component in certain food flavorings. Due to its chemical structure and properties, it can participate in reactions typical of alcohols and alkenes, such as oxidation and addition reactions across the double bond. Its use in the fragrance and flavor industry is noted, where it contributes specific olfactory and gustatory characteristics. It is a relatively volatile compound.